A neighbourhood bookshop

Good books, chosen by people
who still read on paper.

Foxglove Books is a small shop with strong opinions, creaky floorboards, and a shelf for every kind of reader.

Staff Picks

Four books we'd press into your hands this week.

Kaliane Bradley

“A time-travel romance that is somehow also a sharp, funny office comedy — we could not put it down.”

£16.99

Samantha Harvey

“Six astronauts, sixteen sunrises, one slim and luminous novel about looking back at Earth.”

£10.99

Sally Rooney

“Two brothers, one grief, and Rooney's most tender writing yet — perfect for a slow Sunday.”

£20.00

Jane Smiley

“A runaway racehorse and a very good dog wander Paris; pure charm for animal lovers.”

£9.99

Free entry, wine by donation, chairs go quickly.

Sep

7:00 pm · The novelist reads from her coastal debut, followed by a Q&A and signing. Tea and shortbread from the corner bakery.

Oct

8:00 pm · Five local poets, one candlelit shop floor. Open mic slots at the door; arrive early if you'd like to read.