Tag Archives: Bookshops

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Livraria Lello Bookstore or Porto’s Ultimate Literary Gem

Updated: 10 November 2022 Porto is, without a doubt, a literary destination. As someone who graduated with a MA in English Literature, I am a huge nerd when it comes to destinations that have a deep bookish history. So, when I traveled solo to Porto, one of my major goals was to see the famous […]

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Brooklyn Book Festival: Tips for NYC’s Best Book Event

Welcome to New York City’s (Free!) Brooklyn Book Festival. The Brooklyn Book Festival is one of the best literary festivals in the world. This bookish event takes place every September in Brooklyn. While the festival lasts an entire week, with a variety of speakers to suit every literary taste under the sun, the best day […]

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Travel Bloggers Share the Best Bookstores in the World

Are you curious about the best bookstores in the world? Then look no further, literary traveler! You’ve about to embark on a global bookstore itinerary. We all know major corporations such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble dominate the book industry. And, if you’re like me, this undeniable fact makes you a little sad. So, […]

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A Reader’s Paradise: A Visit to the Strand Bookstore NYC

As readers, we all adore our local and independent bookstores. These incredible places usually promise customers many literary treats including rare editions, cool community events, hilarious coffee mugs, and so much more. As for me, independent bookstores are among my favorite places to turn off my brain and explore new titles that I don’t often see […]

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The Best Bookish Cities in Europe

Europe’s Best Bookish Cities Are you ready for some literary wanderlust? I know I am! As an English teacher, I feel like it’s my super special duty to promote literature destinations – of all shapes and sizes – from around the globe! I love books (and they love me)! Some travelers seek out authentic street […]