About Arkipelago Books
For 20 years, Arkipelago Books has served as a backbone of the neighborhood and is one of only two distributors of specialty books outside of the Philippines. Additionally, Arkipelago books is a pioneer in book distribution to libraries, educational institutions, as well as to locals and visitors alike interested in Filipino literature, culture, social sciences, art, poetry, history, and more thanks to the store's selection of modern and historical Filipino American titles. Arkipelago Books is a pillar of the Filipino companies, advocacy groups, art spaces, and families in the South of Market (SOMA), and it is housed in the Bayanihan Building. Additionally, citizens from all walks of life, including scholars, artists, activists, and students of all ages, in every region of the nation, know, love, and depend on them and ArkipelagoBooks to deliver up-to-date, high-quality goods and services.