In The News
A selection of news and events, in and relating to the bookshop. In The News features news articles from the press and a select number of articles written by us. Bookshop events and studio sessions share our recent and upcoming events that are happening in the Bookshop and local community.
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Christmas is over… Now what?
Bringing excitement to an otherwise cold and dreary time of the year, this Times article presents a selection of 2025’s top paperbacks. Saturday 4th January…
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Hay Festival 2025 Earlybird Events
The next Hay Festival event is held in May 2025 and isn’t one to be missed!
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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 to read the full article…
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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 button below to read the…
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Hooked!
Crafting has been a long-standing pastime for many people over many generations. Click to read more…
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A Cat’s Perspective
Explore the concept of cats throughout folklore
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“Bookshops are bucking the high street trend”
It’s no secret that shops have been closing on high streets across the UK for many years. Click to read an article by The Conversation
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Behind the Doors of the Honesty Bookshop
In July 2024, Richard Booth’s Bookshop opened the doors to its pop-up honesty bookshop.
“Standing there, staring at the long shelves crammed with books, I felt myself relax and was suddenly at peace”
helene hanff