In the Bookshop
Need something new to read? Hoping to find that elusive first edition?
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Secondhand Books
We have literally tons of books on most subjects, most of which we understand.
New Books
The latest literary fiction for adults, young adults and children. Current non-fiction in sciences, humanities and the arts. No celebrity biographies.
Art & Craft
A curated collection of books, kits, and supplies suitable for the novice or experienced practitioner
News & Events
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Literary Gift Ideas for Craft Lovers
Rachel Rees, The Financial Times, November 2024 With the holiday season approaching, find gift inspiration here. Click the button below…
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The World’s First Booktown
This article, published on Secret London, shares the love of our little town, and a brief mention of its history.
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Recommended reads from Han Kang
The Nobel Prize, October 2024 A selection of recommended reads written by the current Literature Laureate, Han Kang. Click the…
Ephemera
Among the delights of secondhand books are the odd surprises tucked between their pages, pieces of paper that were once used as bookmarks – postcards, receipts, letters. At Richard Booth’s Bookshop, we call them ephemera; a word from the Greek ephemeros meaning lasting only a day
“A book lying idle on a shelf is wasted ammunition. Like money, books must be kept in constant circulation… A book is not only a friend, it makes friends for you. When you pass it on, you are enriched threefold”
Henry Miller