Tag: bookstores

shakespeare and company bookstore in paris

A Visit to Shakespeare and Company in Paris

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 while I was in Paris this summer for the Olympics.

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Gekko Bookstore in Chiang Mai

The Best Bookshops in Chiang Mai: A Literary Guide

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 browse or a special book to add to your collection,

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A Local's Guide to the Best Used Bookstore in Los Angeles

5 Cool Used Bookstores in Los Angeles You Need to Visit

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 independent bookstores that have become LA literary institutions, such as

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Birmingham City Centre - Floozy in the Jacuzzi

The Best Birmingham Bookshops for New and Secondhand Books

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 places to visit – bookstores! Here’s my list of the

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El Pendulo bookstore in mexico city

The Best Mexico City Bookstores for Books in English

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, despite my lack of Spanish, this has not stopped me

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