Books || March Book Haul

                                          

     

Shopping is quite a dangerous habit, for some its an addiction, whether it be clothes, shoes, stationary, make-up... for me its books. Despite having many books to read I can never resist picking up more, as my book shelves are starting to overflow I'm starting to realise what a dangerous habit it has become, but one I can't stop as there's a part of me that fears running out of new books in my room to read. Due to this crazy addiction (yes I'm willing to admit it's a problem) this may just become a regular feature on the blog as I myself love snooping through other people's shelves and seeing what they've been buying and reading.

Beauty || Everyday Make-up Haul

I'm no beauty expert, but in the past few years as I've started watching more Youtube and reading more blogs I have become a beauty lover.  Before my second year of uni when I discovered make-up tutorials on Youtube and started to take more time and care about what products I was buying and more importantly how I was applying them I was pretty clueless. 

I used to just wear make-up because everyone else did and wore too much too often. Now I'm older (and definitely wiser) I steer clear from the bright colours and the eyeliner for day to day and try to keep things simple. For an everyday look I try to keep things, simple light and go for a 'no make-up make-up look' so when I have a more formal occasion and put that little extra effort into the way I look its noticeable. So here's my recent beauty purchases, which consists of almost everything I wear on a daily basis.

Books || The Books Behind The Shows

  

This month I was lucky enough to have a two week work experience placement at John Blake Publishing, an independent publisher who specializes in high profile, mass-market non-fiction. As someone eager to get into publishing I will take any opportunity that comes my way to get some experience so was delighted when this one came up. Having already had two placements before I already knew a little about publishing, but this was very different to my previous at larger companies, but not any less enjoyable as I still got to do things I hadn't done before as there's always plenty to learn which was great! During my time there I wrote a blog post for their website, which was uploaded this week but I thought I'd post it here too, as someone who either spends my time reading or binge watching TV series on Netflix I thought it would only be appropriate to write about some of my favourite shows that were originally books . Hope you enjoy it!

More often than not if there’s something worth watching on TV, it’s more than likely that there was a book that came before it. So here’s a selection of shows worth watching with a book (or in some cases books) that came before.

Elementary (Sherlock Holmes Stories - Arthur Conan Doyle)

Sherlock Holmes has been adapted for screen so many times, but each time there still seems to be unique spin that can be put on the well-known story. This modern day adaptation is set in Manhattan starring Jonny Lee Miller as a disgraced Sherlock fleeing from London after a stint in rehab, looking to throw himself back into the world of solving crime as a police consultant in New York. However on his arrival he finds his father has assigned him a sober companion Dr. Joan Watson (played by Lucy Lui). Of course the two find that they actually make a pretty good team and are solving some of the NYPD’s toughest cases in no time. Definitely worth watching for the female casting of Watson, brings something to the table that hasn’t been done before with the duo.

Orange is the New Black (Orange is the New Black: My Year in a Women’s Prison - Piper Kerman)

For anyone who didn’t know this Netflix series is based on the memoir of Piper Kerman, her story of money laundering and drug trafficking and her subsequent year spent in a women’s prison. Telling her story from her first strip search to her final release, the book tells Piper’s journey as she tries to navigate this unknown world and the colourful characters she meets during her time inside. The book gives a real insight into life inside and the friendships made with the women Piper meets that gets her through her short but eventful time. As a warning the book whilst it does have is funny moments is not quite as outrageous as the show, but is nonetheless fascinating and heart-warming read.

Pretty Little Liars (Pretty Little Liars Series - Sara Shepard)

Before the popular TV series, there was a series of books (16 in total) that came to their conclusion last year. Following the story of four friends dealing with the aftermath of the mysterious disappearance of their friend Alison DiLaurentis are reunited when they start receiving messages revealing their darkest secrets from an anonymous sender who refers to themselves as ‘A’.  Whilst the TV show has taken a different route to the books in the revelation of A, the mystery still goes on for many books and life in Rosewood for the ‘liars’ is still as dramatic and full of unwanted surprises. So if you’re looking to solve the mystery by reading the books you may not find the answer but they’re still full of drama and you’ll be kept constantly guessing.  

Bates Motel (Psycho - Robert Bloch)

Based on the film Psycho and of course Robert Bloch’s Novel of the same name this series depicts the life of Norman Bates and his mother Norma prior to the events of the book/film.  As the book only covers a short period of time with a limited insight into Bate’s life before the night of Mary Crane’s murder as reader’s we can only imagine what a young Norman Bates was like and how his upbringing could’ve possibly turned him into the man he became. The show provides these answers, or at least attempts to, in the portrayal of a teenage Norman, his relationship with his mother and the beginning of his psychotic episodes.

House of Cards (House of Cards - Michael Dobbs)

Another hit Netflix Series that was a book before its online success. Whilst Netflix focuses the action on the scheming within the Whitehouse the book is actually based in the UK. The book’s plot is essentially the same but the book’s scheming hero Chief Whip Francis Urquhart, has his sights set on becoming Prime Minister as opposed to President and reveals the result of many years working behind the scenes for the Conservative Party. Whilst the setting may be different the book is still packed with the scheming, gossip and cutting action as seen on Netflix.

Game of Thrones (Song of Ice and Fire Series -George R. R. Martin)

Of course no list of TV shows based on books is complete without a mention to Game of Thrones. If you’ve yet to see this or somehow don’t know what it’s about the series is a medieval fantasy epic, following two powerful families and the deadly game for control of the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros and their place atop the Iron Throne. The books are pretty long, but then again so is working your way through a whole series to catch-up, but definitely worth it as you’re immediately taken into this magnificent fantasy world and the battles that go on within it. The only downside is that we may get a conclusion to the TV show before we get the ending to the books, so for once we may not be able to shout ‘That’s not how it happened in the books!’ and those who like to read the books first will be at a disadvantage. 

http://www.johnblakepublishing.co.uk/e-store/Books-Behind-the-Shows-nid-337.html

-Cloee xoxo 

Books || Lobsters Review

I love reading (in case you didn't already know), but it’s not often that I’ll pick up a book and not want to put it down until I've completely finished it. For me Lobsters was one of those books, I even nearly missed the stops on all my transport the morning I was reading it (which says something in itself because I don’t usually read on short train journeys).  If you've ever watched Friends, you’ll probably be familiar with where the title of the book comes from, and even if like me you are a cynic when it comes to love you can’t deny that there is a small part of you that wants to find someone.

The story follows  and is about growing up in that last summer between high school and university, the ups and downs between friends and doing everything you can and need to do in those few months, the most important of which (at least in the book) being losing your virginity.

I’m usually a cynic when it comes to love stories and especially when the main focus is sex, because thats not essentially what is important. I hate those which are gushing and full of hyperbole and are the all too predictable one friend is in love with another but too ashamed or awkward to admit it and its entirely obvious that by the end of the book they’ll end up together. This book is not one of those, which is great. It’s more centred on the unpredictability of love and how you never know when you’re going to find ‘the one’ which is actually more true to life, because nothing ever seems to go as smoothly as it does in the movies.

What I didn’t expect to like was the narrative style. Personally I don’t enjoy books with multiple narrators, especially when penned by two authors - I love John Green but it took me a long time to get into Will Grayson, Will Grayson and the switch between two distinct writing styles, despite this book having a similar format it’s not a problem I suffered and found it incredibly easy to switch between Sam and Hannah. Lucy Ivison and Tom Ellen just get this right though, there is a perfect balance between how much of the story is told by each character and creating distinct voices, but not so distinct that the story becomes disjointed.    

The book contains some genuinely laugh out loud moments, I found myself trying to hold it in on the train the morning to avoid the stairs from surrounding commuters. I can’t remember the last time I found a book that funny. If you ever read the Georgia Nicholson books (Angus, thongs and full frontal snogging) think those, but a grown-up, filthier version - in that they actually have some wisdom about sex and the snogging scale has been abandoned and now there is only one goal.

I think the main reason I loved this book so much is that it really took me back to life pre- uni, specifically that last summer. Before now, it was the most uncertain time of my life and there’s always the worry of what will happen if I don’t get in and did I really do as well in that exam as I thought and now I’m back in a period of uncertainty of what I should or want to be doing now.  So that underlying feeling of dread that runs throughout the book was something I know well and can relate to.

As well as the feeling of fear and uncertainty, the events of the characters last summer mirrored my own before uni. The excitement of that first holiday abroad without your parents (or any adults), house parties, a first music festival and not wanting to waste the summer in addition to all the emotions that come along with these first times, both the good and the bad. The fact that the kind of place you’ll go on a post exam holiday will be somewhere you can simply alternate between the pool and the bars, that going to a music festival in England will inevitably end up wet and covered in mud and that it’s okay that pulling people and getting drunk doesn't appeal to you as much as it does to everyone else. Without giving too much away, but this excited me so much I had to text my friend to further my claim of ‘OMG this book is so awesome’, there are numerous references to Harry Potter throughout the book. As my all time favourite series of books that I grew up and still love and quote to this day, having references I myself would make made me feel extremely happy and excited whilst reading this book.

I think I’ve now rambled on for long enough about how great this book is and if I go on any longer you probably won’t even need to read it, so the only thing I can do now is suggest that you somehow get your hands on a copy.

If you've already read it, let me know your thoughts in the comments.     

-Cloee xoxo

Books || Love, Tanya Review

As someone who has followed Tanya Burr's blog for a few years now, so naturally when I heard she was releasing a book I was naturally excited, especially as it was going to be lifestyle centered I was looking forward to having many of her tips, tricks and recipes nicely tucked away in one collection. 

The book is consists of twelve chapters, looking a Tanya's life growing up and everything in between from skincare, love, confidence and of course Youtube. Each chapter/section is nicely rounded off with a top ten list from Tanya bringing a personal touch back to the advice and lifestyle sections. The lists of products are definitely tempting and are something I will find myself looking back on before going shopping when I'm in search of something new.

As a someone who enjoys baking, the baking section is obviously one of my favourites and includes some really simple recipes for those who aren't so experienced, and includes both of Tanya's fabulous cookie recipes which I'd definitely recommend - they are by far the best I've ever made (and featured in my February Favourites). Another section I enjoyed, like many others, was the Confidence and Happiness section as it was just so honest and gave some great advice 

                  

I don't want to criticise the book too much but I did have a few problems whilst reading. Firstly the book is very much written in the present tense, which isn't a big problem but just that as the book ages events that Tanya references to being this year or last year will be more distant. Also there are a few mistakes in the book which have clearly been missed in the quick turn around of the book being published, but then again these are minor so don't detract too much from the reading experience of the book. The book is also clearly aimed at a younger audience than myself (which you can't obviously blame Tanya or Penguin for tailoring the book to her large teen audience, because that's how you sell anything) but that doesn't mean I didn't enjoy the book that characteristically reads in Tanya's bright and bubbly tone you're probably familiar with if you've ever seen any of her videos.

                 

Other than these minor things I have picked out it is over all a great and easy read (perfect for a lazy Sunday). The book itself is visually stunning and a lot of work has clearly gone into the design and of course Tanya is possibly one of the most photogenic people ever so all the pictures that go along with the book are amazing. Each chapter includes note sections to list your favourites or make notes whether it be nail polishes, places or food (something which will probably be enjoyed more by younger readers but nonetheless fun to think about). So whether you're a fan of Tanya's or not it's a great read full of fashion, beauty and more, I'm definitely looking forward to trying out the recipes and picking up a few of the skincare and beauty buys. 

-Cloee  xoxo 

  

                                                                               

Books || Penguin Little Black Classics

As a book lover and someone who hasn't read any classics since leaving university, I was certainly intrigued when Penguin released their range of Little Black Classics. The collecntion was launched to celebrate the 80th birthday of Penguin books and contains 80 titles (one for each year in the life of Penguin Books) priced at 80p each (who can argue with prices that great). The books feature a range of short stories, poetry and drama drawn from Penguin's wider classics list, so there certainly is something for everyone. 

There are many things I love about this collection the first of which being the size, these books are the perfect size to carry with you day to day so you're never without something to read, as someone who has always followed Rory Gilmore's 'I never go anywhere without a book' these fit in my handbag without having to size up. Secondly is the price, I know I've said it already but80p for a physical book that I can hold in my hand and put in my handbag is an absolute bargain and part of the reason I ended up with so many. Thirdly is the design, I just love it, its simple and elegant and grabs the interest of the reader as it reveals only a one sentence description of the book. In addition to this the first page of the book contains a quote from inside to spark your curiosity further.

Since they are only 80p each I decided to buy more than a few, at first I bought only 4, but after realising how many more I wanted and that I had accumulated enough points on my Waterstones card to treat myself to more for free I ended up with a grand total of after a second trip. With such a wide range of titles, genres and authors from around the world I was literally like a kid in a candy shop attempting to make my decisions. So here's my selection and little insight into my choices: 

No.05 Aphorisms on Love and Hate - Friedrich Nietzsche. Admittedly I was grabbed by the title of this one but I look forward to reading to

No.15 Femme Fatale – Guy de Mau Passant. A book which has often come up during my studies but I've never read. 

No.33 The Beautiful Cassandra – Jane Austen. Like many book lovers I am a big fan of Austen, so when I saw this book by her which I hadn't heard of I knew I definitely had to have it in my collection.

No.42 The Yellow Wallpaper – Charlotte Perkins Gillman. I'm pretty sure I read this during my Victorian module at uni (or it was at least referenced a lot in criticism) but I look forward to reading it as opposed to studying it. 

No.47 The Great Fire of London - Samuel Pepys. My love for history attracted me to this one. 

No.53 The Goblin Market – Christina Rosetti. I remember in an A-Level English class we were given an extract from this poem to compare with the Wife of Bath and I remember despite reading only a small section my fascination was peaked and I loved it. However for whatever reason I have never searched for the rest of the poem, so when I saw this was part of the collection I finally took a rather late chance to read on. 

(As a side note The Wife of Bath is also one of the 80 books and as one of my favourite Canterbury Tales that I can still recite many quotes from I would recommend it, don't be deterred by the Middle English as the Wife is truly hilarious and outrageous)

No.55 Antigone - Sophocles. Because I had to buy at least one drama book from the collection and this seemed like a good choice. 

No.63 The Night is Darkening Round Me - Emily Bronte. I fell in love with Wuthering Heights when I first read it but I haven't ever read any of Emily Bronte's poetry so I look forward to reading this collection, especially since it's been a while since I last read some poetry.

No.67 It was snowing butterflies - Charles Darwin. I actually went to Charles Darwin School, but despite this I know relatively little about him and his work so here's a chance to change that (better late then never) 

No. 73 The Fall of Icarus - Ovid. A story I'm familiar with, but don't think I've ever actually read, so I'm looking forward to it.

Of course I would love to own all 80, but seeing as I'm running out of shelf space I had to be selective in my choices. The fulllist with descriptions can be found online at www.littleblackclassics.com where you can spin the Penguin explore the collection.

Let me know which you would get, or if you've already bought some in the comments 

- Cloee xoxo

Month in Photos || February

So I thought I'd try something a little different starting this month in rounding up photos I've taken and posted around the web in various places and some of those I haven't and put them together here like an online scrapbook if you will to show and keep track of what I've been up to: 

Back in London after months and loving the view on my walk to work experience 

Sunday afternoon feast 

Costa still seem to be clinging onto their Christmas spirit, despite Christmas being a month ago

Caving to temptation after 2 hours of searching around London for ribbon, Black Forest Muffin = Good Call 

Pancake day fun with friends - we may have slightly overdone it with the chocolate 

Testing out my new loaf tins. Result = delicious 

Books I've gotten this month, including a few Penguin Little Black Classics

If there is one thing I cannot resist it is salted caramel 

Another trip to London this time to Word on the Water Bookshop...

And the British Museum, where I got incredibly lost 

Who puts the Glad in Gladiator - HERCULES 

And finally another Starbucks trip, are the baristas just trained in mis-spelling names? 

That's it for February, hopefully March won't just be pictures of food...

-Cloee xoxo 

Lifestyle || #DearMe A Letter to My Younger Self

                          

So to celebrate international Women's Day Youtube have started the #DearMe campaign posing the question 'What advice would you give your teenage self?' It got me thinking what would I say to my younger self if I had the chance so here goes..

Dear Me, 

You'll be happy to hear you made it through school and university and through this you become a confident and beautiful person who is no longer happy to sit in the background and hide or constantly puts themselves down, but this is all part of growing up,putting yourself out there and trying new things so stop being afraid and do them already! Whilst high school is a time where everyone is constantly worried about what everyone else is thinking, stop, who cares you won't even see some of these people again past school so who gives a damn what they think of you. Put your friends first because they are the ones who are still with you now, not your boyfriend whilst love might seem important now he won't always be there like your friends and certainly won't be there to pick you up after its all over.

Look after yourself, I know you hate P.E and love chocolate but exercise can actually be fun, well beneficial and remember you did actually like sports at one point. 

Surprisingly the spelling Cloee has stuck, although it does cause constant confusion and you will have to tell people over and over why you spell it that way but who cares as long as it's not being spelt Chole (which yes people somehow still do). 

Keep up with the crazy colour combinations and throwing together whatever you want to make an outfit, because even though you'll look back one day and think what an earth was I thinking it's all part of experimentation and expressing yourself which is nothing to be ashamed of. Don't think to much of what everyone else thinks, even those who you are close to, if you like a band listen to them or like that bright pink skirt and other people don't -who cares! Don't let everyone rule choices that are yours to make.

Make the most of being at home and with your family. You may want to just shut yourself upstairs every evening and sit on MSN all night until you finally move out to uni, but believe me when I say this - you will miss it! (and you'll definitely miss only having to do a small amount of chores for pocket money compared to doing all of them for free). 

Most of all have fun! Enjoy the many concerts you'll go to, read frequently and never give up the enthusiasm you have for bookseven when studying them make take away some of the joy, and you'll soon realise how wonderful being in London is even if it scares you a little now you'll look back and laugh when you find yourself enjoying a commute one day. You'll find yourself doing things you never imagined you would and whilst they don't fit into what you'd planned it's for the best and shapes you into the great person you have become.

Lots of Love

Cloee

Xoxo

Monthly Favourites || February

         

Without sounding cliché it's crazy how fast 2015 is going and spring is already approaching, bring on the sunshine, pastel colours and chocolate as we approach easter.  I won't ramble so here's what I've been loving this month

Book:

The Accident Season – Moira Fowley-Doyle  

So this book isn't actually out til July, but after I devoured it in one sitting I couldn't not include it in this months favourites. During my work experience at Random House Children's division in September I remember hearing a lot about this debut YA book about a family who every October have 'the accident season' full of bruises, cuts and broken bones and the mystery that surrounds it. Whilst I was at Penguin this month I was lucky enough to acquire a copy from the free books shelf and was so excited to start reading it, I don't want to say anymore with the fear of giving away plot details but I'd definitely recommend pre-ordering.

The Rosie Effect – Graeme Simsion

I loved the Rosie Project and was naturally pretty excited to hear what disasters Don would encounter in the next chapter of his and Rosie's life now they're married with a baby on the way. This was a sequel that didn't disappoint as it included all the characteristic charm and humour that made me fall in love with the first book.

T.V Shows: 

The Voice

I'm not usually a fan of talent competition shows, the XFactor and Britain's Got Talent have for me just lost any excitement and are boring and predictable. So of course I assumed I would hate The Voice, but clearly I have been proven wrong. Yes, the spinning chairs are really tacky and in this day and age we should judge people on their talent regardless of their appearance anyway but that still doesn't stop me loving it. Unlike other talent shows I feel we are spared of the sob stories and acts who are lacking in talent and are able to enjoy people's unique interpretations of songs. Plus Ricky is just such a charmer I enjoy watching him convince all the contestants to join his team.

Broadchurch

I know this is a show that everyone raves about but it is honestly so much better than I expected. Initially I never watched the first series when it was aired on tv, but when I saw it on Sky on Demand before the second series started I thought why not give into the hype and see what it's all about. Within two days I had finished the first series and was eagerly anticipating the second series, but it's such a great drama as it constantly keeps you guessing and everyone is a suspect in the investigation. I feel the second series didn't quite live up to the first, but maybe that's where I had to wait a week between each episode instead, but I look forward to seeing what series three brings when it returns next year.

Music: 

Ed Sheeran – X

After months I've finally given in and bought this album and I don't know what has been holding me back. It has definitely reignited my love for Ed Sheeran with its mixture of chilled and catchy tunes was perfect for listening to on my commute into London

Gabrielle Aplin

I feel with music I go through stages where I'll be hooked to an artist or album for a month or two then will go about a year before rediscovering them on my iTunes and this is what has happened with Gabrielle Aplin. Listening to these songs just take me back to Glastonbury last year and the relaxing chilled tone was perfect for my way home from London over the past few weeks as I could feel as if I was escaping the chaos and was back in a field again instead.

Food and Drink: 

Dark Chocolate Salted Caramels

I am known for being a bit of a salted caramel fiend, without a doubt its my favourite food (or at least one of them) so I decided to treat myself for valentines day and for successfully completely two weeks of work experience in London, with some from Hotel Chocolat and they were most definitely worth it.

Tanya Burr: Cookie Recipes  (http://www.tanyaburr.co.uk/?blog=blogs/archive/2013/10/31/chocolate.cookies.recipe.aspx.   https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=GsUzi4x9m-E ) 

My sister has been begging me to make these for quite some time and with the cold drizzly weather this february has brought I thought I'd finally make them as a comforting treat. I'm so glad I gave in because they are honestly the best cookies I have ever made, the result gives that perfectly texture of a slight crunch on the outside but still being soft and gooey in the middle. Its a testament to how good these are that I made them 3 weeks in a row, although by the third week I had to swap from the double chocolate to the chocolate and milk instead to cut back on the chocolate but they were still delicious. The most unfortunate thing is they definitely didn't last much further than the weekend before everyone had devoured them.

Beauty: 

Lush Unicorn Horn Bubble Bar

It has been years since I set foot in a Lush store, but after seeing so many hauls on Youtube I finally gave in. Firstly what I loved about this (aside from the great name) is the beautiful colours of the bubble bar. Secondly the scent, lavender is always one of those smells that I associate with feeling calm and relaxed, which is exactly what I associate with bath time. Thirdly I only used half of this and it was definitely more than enough bubbles for my bath so that made me glad for my choice of bubble bar over bath bomb and even though this was limited edition I will definitely be making a trip back to Lush soon!

Tanya Burr Lipgloss Aurora

I've actually had this for quite sometime, but lip products are something I go through phases with where I'll be hooked to one colour for a while and then swap onto something different and so on. Now I know these have received a lot of praise everywhere else so I won't go on too much about them, but I just love the natural colour and subtle shine it gives to your lips without being too sticky. These glosses have definitely converted me back into a lipgloss fan.

Miscellaneous: 

Charades (Iphone/pod/pad App)

Again another thing that isn't so new but I love it. Charades is a game I usually dread having to play but me and my sister play this all the time and just end up in fits of laughter as we find ridiculous ways to try and explain or describe things.

Books and Quills (Youtube channel) (https://m.youtube.com/user/booksandquills)

I usually watch a lot of beauty videos or daily vloggers on Youtube, but sometimes its nice to watch something different. As someone who is obsessed with books I am in love with Sanne's videos and always feel so inspired after watching them to go read more.

-Cloee xoxo 

Books || Word on the Water Bookshop

        

In part of my aim to explore London more this year I took it upon myself to find the bookshop on a barge, Word on the Water, after having seen the campaign to save the shop on the news in November 2014 I just had to find the shop myself and take a look (and of course I am always on the hunt for some new books to add to my personal library). 

I was amazed by how many books can actually fit onto a canal boat and found it almost impossible to select only a few books (given that my to read list is so long I couldn't buy too many more) since there was such a great variety of both old and new books. With a large and eclectic range of second hand books there's something for everyone both old and young. Of course this means stock is constantly changing but I like many others see this as a box of unknown treasures of well loved books with an unknown history, half the excitement is not knowing what you may find.

What I also loved was the inviting atmosphere, it's honestly a book lovers paradise with so many books filling the shelves but without overflowing or being cluttered and full of charming décor which makes you want to continue looking for longer, not only at the books but the lovely interior.  You're made to feel completely at home whilst you browse both inside and outside this beautiful haven within London, it's like a secret escape and you forget for a moment that your in the capital. 

     

The prices are definitely reasonable at £3 for paperbacks or two for £5 and Hardbacks are £5 each so its definitely worth a visit if your not looking to purchase anything in particular.  I myself walked away with two books, taking advantage of the offer, The House of the Spirits – Isabel Allende and When God was a Rabbit - Sarah Winman. Although one thing to remember is that it is cash only so take some with you if you intend to walk away with some books. 

Even if you some how don't walk away with any books, its worth a visit for the unique shopping experience you won't get anywhere else as the shop regularly plays host to poetry slams, readings, and live acoustic music on their roof stage. 

The shop only stays in one place for so long so keep up to date with where the bookshop currently is via their twitter page to avoid disappointment: @wordonthewater