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If you’re an avid reader or book collector, you may have come across the word ‘folio’; then you’ve either walked away confused or Googled the term and ended up on this page. Folio books are a specific type of book that date back hundreds of years, but there’s also an organisation called ‘The Folio Society’ […]

At the beginning of lockdown in March this year people were urged not to move home, so house sales worth £82 billion were put on hold and renters were urged not to move while being awarded rent breaks.  Fast forward two months and we’re allowed to view properties and move as we see fit, albeit […]

Does anyone else have mountain-sized piles of clutter stashed away in their attic? Out of sight, out of mind, right? Well, it could be time for a sort out. You might be surprised to learn that buried within those old books, DVD’s, family heirlooms and whatever else, there could be a mini goldmine! We’re willing […]

With the coronavirus pandemic restricting work and leaving many on discounted pay, it’s only natural to feel some financial anxiety. We’d like to ease that stress in any way we can. This is why we’ve come up with some ideas for you to fill your time and your pockets! After a month of lockdown, you’ve […]

With the whole country on lockdown, you may find yourself with some extra time on your hands. Why not use it to declutter your shelves and make yourself some extra cash in the process!? You can even get the kids involved – simply download our app and get them to run around the house scanning the […]

Decluttering your bookshelf may not be on your list of high priorities. But what if we told you you could make some extra cash by doing it? Would it jump up your to-do list? Bookshelves are more than a place for storing books and ornaments – they aren’t just functional spaces. They’re there for aesthetics, […]

It’s hard to believe the people of the United Kingdom once lived in a period where women weren’t allowed to vote or work – a period that wasn’t all that long ago. Over the past 170 years, there have been many great philosophers, intellectuals and everyday people documenting the rise of the suffragettes, feminism and […]

It’s the most wonderful time of the year… No, we’re not talking about Christmas; we’re talking about World Book Day! When is World Book Day 2020? World Book Day falls on the first Thursday of every March, so this year it’ll be on Thursday the 5th of March.  What is World Book Day? World Book […]

Have you ever thrown an old book into your recycling pile thinking you were doing the planet a favour? We wouldn’t blame you if you have. But has anyone ever told you that recycling books in your domestic waste is the right choice? Nobody has ever told us it’s the correct way to do it, […]

In the late 90s shortly after the first release of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, a journalist called Nick Reynolds interviewed an author and single mother called Joanne Rowling. After meeting her in a cafe, he skim-read the book and threw it away. Yes, he’s the man who threw away a first-edition copy of […]

Heavy paper usage puts extreme pressure on the environment, from deforestation, illegal logging and extensive water use; so any efforts to change habits is a step in the right direction. We’ve created this list of 32 ways to use less paper at home, school or work. Adopting a few points from this list will make […]

Picture this. You’re standing in a forest, and you chop down 4.5 trees. You take those trees home, and they’re your supply of paper for the next 12 months. That’s the average amount of paper one person will use in a year. Let’s put that into perspective, because 4.5 trees may not seem like a […]

Christmas is magical for children – but what made Christmas special for you when you were young? There are probably many things: curling up on the sofa and watching a Christmas film or looking out of the window trying to anticipate the snow falling. Did you have a favourite Christmas book? Parents usually read their […]

You know the person you’re buying for reads non-fiction – so you’ve decided to get them a book! But where do you start? Firstly, see if you can sneak a peek at their book collection: pay attention to the genre and author if you can. If you have some time, write down a few titles. […]

When we’re talking about protecting the environment, the conversation often has a negative feeling attached to it. While we can’t argue that the subject is an urgent matter, it doesn’t help when we’re all judging each other and being pretentious. We can’t judge other people’s contribution because there are no set criteria to compare it […]

Revising, exams, trying to enjoy a social life and maintain general order in your life. It’s busy being a student, and it can be hard to find time to make yourself ‘eco-friendly’. But you don’t need to overhaul your lifestyle to make a difference – we’ve picked 19 ways you can make a positive impact […]

Whether you’re a lover of Halloween or not, you can’t deny that sometimes a truly scary, gripping read is exactly what you’re in the mood for. And seeing as October is the month of all things supernatural, we thought it was only fitting to compile a list of our top five books in the horror […]

Over forty years ago, the British retailer W. H. Smith announced plans to transfer its stock to a computerised warehouse and from there on, they needed a numbering system for all of their books, starting out with Standard Book Numbering or SBN.

With the summer term coming to a close, many students will be finishing up their courses and looking forward to graduation eagerly. If this is the end of your time studying, you may well have a huge stack of textbooks sitting around. While they’ve been your faithful companions throughout the years of your course, they […]

When we think of long, hot summer days under the beating sun, we immediately think of a good book. What better way to spend a summer’s day than enjoying a page-turner on a comfy sun lounger with a refreshing drink? We honestly don’t think there is a better way. And seeing as summer holidays are […]