Books Paper Scissors

21/03/2026

Well I think that is it. We will be off to do some adventuring, or whatever comes next. I’m all out of words to say thank-you but you know who you all are. Definitely felt the love today. The End.

19/03/2026

Open 12-5 tomorrow Friday and 10-5 Saturday for our last day !
Treats and perhaps some fizz as we tidy up for the last time. Some bargains, some furniture, some chats ❤️

06/03/2026

Good customers are the best 😍

04/03/2026

Well, this is such an interesting list this year, a real mix ! Far too early to predict , but on the next picture I’ve noted down the price and the publication dates for you - sometimes the book is hardly out there, sometimes it’s already in paperback, so you can choose which one(s) to read first! Also, I’ve put a little asterisk by the ones I have enjoyed so far!!

12/02/2026

A beautifully produced book that all ages will enjoy - please order direct as below !

Please share to help get this very special book out there - the more people that are aware of it the more children and adults can benefit from it. 😊 💖

30/01/2026

Some news from us. Still here for a wee while so bear with us while we sort everything out ❤️

03/01/2026

Our bookclub read for January 2026. “An evocative read and a powerful portrait of friendship, feminism, and political activism” (People) set against three transformative decades in Tehran, Iran—from nationally bestselling author Marjan Kamali.

28/12/2025

I hope you have all had a lovely few days eating drinking and reading … just a reminder that Paul and I are on a family holiday this week but Jorja and Naomi will be keeping the doors open on the days as indicated. And Happy New Year festivities for this coming week !

22/12/2025

Not too late to impress your family with these inspiring gifts. Come on in. We are here 10-5 Monday Tuesday and 10-1 Christmas Eve. 🎄🎁🎁🎁

03/12/2025

Now I do take my job as curator of picture books VERY seriously ( I read them all) so I can guarantee that each and every one of these Christmas stories are cute and funny and gorgeously illustrated 🎄

01/12/2025

So the decorations are up, the shelves are filled with bookish inspiration and gift ideas, and we can still take orders up to around 18th December. We will be open daily ( yes, including Sunday afternoons ) until Christmas Eve about 1pm - and then we will have a break until 29th Dec. Keep following along for more detailed info, hope to see you over the festive period :)