Why ‘Books are my Third Place’?

The concept of “third places” comes from sociology, a term coined by Ray Oldenburg. People have three main places: home, work, and third places—where you build community and connect with others around shared interests and hobbies. In the past these typically were places like cafes, churches, parks, members clubs, etc.

BAMTP and its sister shop, Valor & Lore, give a nod to the cozy, sophisticated feeling of salons of the last century, but with a touch of modern whimsy, and the fantastical. No stuffiness. No pretentiousness.

Today, BAMTP strives to deliver to you, dear reader, a true sense of community, discovery, and connection around our shared love of great books with a penchant for literary luxuries, and perhaps a shared addiction to historical and fantasy Cdramas.

I’m honored to share this virtual ‘third place’ with you.