Tag: bookstores
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A Visit to London’s Poetry Pharmacy for Poems on Prescription
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Tucked away inside Lush Spa on Oxford Street, London, this walk-in Poetry Pharmacy offers a quiet retreat that invites visitors to explore the soothing and transformative power of poetry. Here, poetry is not just literature but a remedy of emotional support, available on prescription. I paid a visit to London’s…
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The Best Bookshops in London: A Literary Lover’s Guide
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London is a city where literature and history blend seamlessly, and for book lovers, it’s a dream come true. From quaint independent stores to grand historic institutions, the city offers a treasure trove of bookshops catering to every literary taste. Whether you’re after rare first editions, contemporary bestsellers, or cozy…
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A Visit to Shakespeare and Company in Paris
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The Shakespeare and Company Bookstore in Paris is a must-visit destination for book lovers, history enthusiasts, and literary romantics alike. One of the most famous bookshops in the world, Shakespeare and Company has been on my bookish bucket list for a long time, so I was really excited to visit…
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The Best Bookshops in Chiang Mai: A Literary Guide
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Updated December 2024 Chiang Mai, known for its rich culture, historic temples, and mountainous beauty, is also a haven for book lovers. The city has an impressive array of independent bookshops offering everything from rare finds and local literature to international bestsellers. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful place to…
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5 Cool Used Bookstores in Los Angeles You Need to Visit
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Shopping for books may not be the first thing that pops into your head when you think about visiting Los Angeles, but you may be surprised. Local Angeleno Maggie Torsney-Weir shares her guide to the best quirky bookshops and used bookstores in Los Angeles, from children’s books to travel tomes, to…
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The Best Birmingham Bookshops for New and Secondhand Books
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Updated May 2024 My passport may be bursting at the seams, but I’m definitely guilty of ignoring what’s in my own back yard. So, since I’ve been back in Birmingham (UK, not US), I’m making it my mission to explore my home city a little more, starting with my favourite…
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The Best Mexico City Bookstores for Books in English
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I have an addiction. I arrive in a new city and plan to see the sights, but when I stumble across a bookshop en route, I can’t help but pop in “for five minutes”. Several hours later, I leave with my purse much lighter and my backpack significantly heavier. Yet,…
