Tag: british bookstores

poetry pharmacy in london

A Visit to London’s Poetry Pharmacy for Poems on Prescription

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 new Poetry Pharmacy to see what this unusual literary destination

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The Best Bookshops in London: A Literary Lover’s Guide

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 nooks to browse, London’s bookshops are as diverse as the

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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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