The Best Independent Bookshops In Clerkenwell

Full of chic offices and quirky coffee shops, Clerkenwell is a true secret of Londoners in the know. However, its great selection of independent bookshops is what makes it really worth a visit. For all literature lovers in London, here’s your must-visit list.

Book Ends

Situated in the lovely Exmouth Market, Book Ends is an independent bookshop specialising in children’s books, arts and crafts, and origami. From babies to teenagers, they have books for all little literature lovers in a great selection of fiction and non-fiction. You can also find cards, DVDs and crafting materials there, too.

Bookends, 66 Exmouth Market, Clerkenwell, London, United Kingdom, +44 (0) 207 713 8555

1. Cygnus

Shop

If spirituality is your thing, then Cygnus is definitely worth a visit. It first started as a book-selling company and now includes a shop in the heart of Angel and a quarterly magazine. The independent bookshop is dedicated to all things spirituality, with self-help books, meditation manuals and religious guides.

2. Magma

Shop, Shrine, Bookstore

A bookshop and a creative space, Magma is a must-see for lovers of design and literature alike. Stocking a wide range of publications in the fields of visual communication, art, culture and design, Magma also carries a great selection of arts and prints, gifts, t-shirts and accessories. A destination as well as a bookshop, it definitely should be on your London visit list.

3. Blackwell's

Bookstore

From fascinating fiction to the best in non-fiction, drop by Blackwell’s for a taste of the best that books can offer. In addition to the latest bestsellers, Blackwell’s is also the country’s leading academic bookshop. So, whether you’re searching for a book by your favourite author or a collection of essays, this should be first on your list.

4. Skoob Books

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Calling all students and lovers of learning. Skoob Books is the place to go to find all the second-hand academic books you could ever need. With more than 55,000 works to rummage through, you’ll find works on philosophy, psychology, modern literature, science, economics and more. They also stock other merchandise, such as mugs, bags and notebooks.

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