Joel Holland, David Dodge
NYC Storefronts (compact edition)
Illustrations of the Big Apple's Best-Loved Spots
Now available in a handy, pocket-sized edition to accompany readers as they discover Manhattan’s most cherished and intriguing stores.
Every New Yorker has a favorite place to shop—whether it’s for pizza or flowers, to grab a beer, or slurp down soup dumplings. When the coronavirus crisis hit in 2020, illustrator Joel Holland began drawing storefronts near his apartment as a way of memorializing an element of city life that seemed suddenly precarious. He posted them on Instagram and they quickly drew an avid following. Eventually, Holland’s collection grew to include shops recommended by friends or strangers online. This book showcases 225 of his delightful illustrations and runs the gamut, from delis and bodegas to dive bars, bookstores, bakeries, newsstands, cafés, restaurants, and more. Each image is paired with engaging text written by journalist David Dodge and filled with the historical, cultural, and architectural details that have earned these stores a place in people’s hearts. Also included is a foreword by beloved Instagrammer New York Nico, who is known for chronicling the city’s independent businesses. The perfect gift for New Yorkers of all ages—as well as an insider’s guide to everything from bagels to late-night jazz—this treasury of iconic shops belongs in the library of anyone who loves NYC.
Biography
Joel Holland
Joel Holland is an illustrator who has lived in New York City for over twenty years. His work has graced the New York Times, the New Yorker, and numerous book covers. He is the author of Brooklyn Storefronts, London Shopfronts and Paris Shopfronts (all published by Prestel).
David Dodge
David Dodge is an NYC-based journalist covering travel, LGBT+ issues, politics, and culture for outlets including the New York Times, Travel + Leisure, Out, and Newsweek. He is the co-author of Brooklyn Storefronts, Category Is: Cocktails!, and Sassy Planet (all published by Prestel).
Nicolas Heller
Nicolas Heller (aka New York Nico) is a filmmaker who was born and raised in NYC. He uses his popular Instagram account (@newyorknico) to highlight charismatic citizens, including local business owners.