“Independent booksellers – it’s not exaggerating to say that they are lantern bearers of civilisation” Sir Philip Pullman The Edinburgh Bookshop, Edinburgh “This is the kind of bookshop we’d all like to have in our neighbourhood” – The Guardian. The Edinburgh Bookshop stock everything from new releases, fiction, children’s books, graphic novels, memoirs, cookbooks, andContinue reading “Indie Bookstores – Scotland Part 1”
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Indie Bookstores – Wales
“Independent booksellers – it’s not exaggerating to say that they are lantern bearers of civilisation” Sir Philip Pullman Chepstow Books & Gifts, Monmouthshire Once voted the top independent bookshop in Wales, Chepstow Books & Gift has been in business for over 25 years, offering a range of books, greeting cards, wrapping paper, calendars, jigsaws, notebooks,Continue reading “Indie Bookstores – Wales”
Indie Bookstores – Hay-On-Wye, Wales
“Independent booksellers – it’s not exaggerating to say that they are lantern bearers of civilisation” Sir Philip Pullman I absolutely adore Hay-on-Wye and would quite like to live there one day, but in the meantime, I will lust over it from afar. Here are just some of the fantastic bookshops on offer. Gay On WyeContinue reading “Indie Bookstores – Hay-On-Wye, Wales”
Indie Bookstores – The Republic of Ireland
“Independent booksellers – it’s not exaggerating to say that they are lantern bearers of civilisation” Sir Philip Pullman Chapters, Dublin What makes Chapters stand out from other bookstores is that they hold books in stock for longer, giving them the space and time to charm customers. They are also very passionate about sustainability, the environment,Continue reading “Indie Bookstores – The Republic of Ireland”
Indie Bookstores – Northern Ireland
“Independent booksellers – it’s not exaggerating to say that they are lantern bearers of civilisation” Sir Philip Pullman Books Papers Scissors, Belfast Books Papers Scissors stock a curated selection of new fiction and non-fiction, plus Irish writing, gift books and poetry. They also have a children’s room, with choices from newborn to teenager, and canContinue reading “Indie Bookstores – Northern Ireland”
Indie Bookstores – Coastal
“Independent booksellers – it’s not exaggerating to say that they are lantern bearers of civilisation” Sir Philip Pullman The Book Shop, Lee-on-the-Solent A fixture on the high street for over 90 years, the Book Shop is one of the oldest indie booksellers on the South Coast. Proud winners at the British Book Awards – RegionalContinue reading “Indie Bookstores – Coastal”
Indie Bookstores – South West
“Independent booksellers – it’s not exaggerating to say that they are lantern bearers of civilisation” Sir Philip Pullman Archways, Axminster Originally opened in 1966, Archways moved premises in 2021. They stock books on every topic, such as art, biography, plays, crafts, cookery, gardening, health, history, politics and travel, as well as fiction, children’s books, puzzleContinue reading “Indie Bookstores – South West”
Indie Bookstores – East Anglia
“Independent booksellers – it’s not exaggerating to say that they are lantern bearers of civilisation” Sir Philip Pullman The Children’s Book Centre, Alby, Norwich The Children’s Book Centre is an assembled team of ex-teachers, ex-headteachers, librarians, and book enthusiasts. Established for over 35 years, they carefully review and select only the best books from overContinue reading “Indie Bookstores – East Anglia”
Indie Bookstores – Hertfordshire
“Independent booksellers – it’s not exaggerating to say that they are lantern bearers of civilisation” Sir Philip Pullman I thought that Independent Bookshop Week 2024 (16th June – 22nd June) would be the perfect time to begin my indie bookshop spotlight series. And, being Hertfordshire born-and-bred, it seemed only natural to start my series withContinue reading “Indie Bookstores – Hertfordshire”
My Favourite Books of 2023: Part 2 😊
Hiya, I’m back! I hope you are too!!! I’m assuming you’ve already read my Favourite Books of 2023 Part 1 – if not, you can take a look at it HERE. Today, I’m posting my favourite books from July to December. Not only that, you’ll be able to find out what my overall favourite bookContinue reading “My Favourite Books of 2023: Part 2 😊”
Books By Your Bedside 