bookshops

Step into a world of heart-warming charm, with a tour around Britain’s loveliest bookshops

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‘There’s something magical about a bookshop – and Britain is blessed with some of the most wonderful and enchanting bookshops in the world. To travel by bookshop is to see the best of Britain.’ So writes Louise Boland in her wonderful new book – Bookshop Tours of Britain (Fairlight Books). And few would surely disagree. … Read more

Independent bookshops unite to launch online service to rival Amazon

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More than 130 independent book sellers have joined forces in one online shop in order to support smaller businesses and rival retail giants like Amazon.  Bookshop.org went live today in the UK and has already raised more than £19,000 for local bookshops.  First started in the US by entrepreneur Andy Hunter, the bookstore will receive … Read more