October Books.
More than just a bookshop, we’re local, radical and eco-friendly!
Reduce, Reuse, Refill - Did you know we have a refill station in the shop?
A place for you to refill your toiletries and household cleaning products. It’s so easy, just bring along an empty bottle or container and fill with the exact amount of product you need, then come on round to the till to pay.
It was a joy to be invited to this year’s reading festival at the brilliant Weston Secondary School. The enthusiasm of the students was unparalleled, and their joy at getting to buy books was amazing.
New in the shop - grab your copy of ‘Butter’ by Asako Yuzuki today and immerse yourself in a story that will stay with you long after the last page.
New in the shop - grab your copy of ‘Butter’ by Asako Yuzuki today and immerse yourself in a story that will stay with you long after the last page.
If you're looking for a novel that blends gourmet cooking, crime, and a vivid exploration of human nature, Asako Yuzuki’s ‘Butter’ is a must-read. This cult Japanese bestseller offers a gripping tale inspired by the real-life case of “The Konkatsu Killer.”
Book of the Week! available in the shop now..
As we enter Pride month, dive into ‘Close to Home’ by Michael Magee—a powerful narrative exploring masculinity, identity, and resilience.
The Great Big Green Week is the UK’s biggest ever celebration of community action to tackle climate change and protect nature. Every year, people come together to unleash a wave of support for action to protect the planet. Tens of thousands of people in every corner of the country celebrate the heartfelt, brave, everyday actions being taken to stand up for nature and fight climate change.
As Southampton's main Independent Bookshop we are very excited to be celebrating and highlighting the vital role independent bookshops play in their communities.
We are so grateful for all our customer’s and community’s support, and throughout the week we are offering 10% off all books purchased in the shop*!
As we head towards Independent Bookshop Week, 15th - 22nd June, we are excited that 'The Bookshop Woman' by Nanako Hanada, published by Brazen, is out on Thursday 6th June and it is a must-read for book lovers. This novel is a heartfelt ode to the magic of literature and its power to connect us.
As summer beckons, it's the perfect time to dive into some compelling reads. Here are a few standout books we think you’ll enjoy while soaking up the sun, pop into the shop to get your copy or drop us a line here.