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    Testimonials

    TESTIMONALS

    Amazing bookshop, a really credit to the community.

     

    They have a telephone line to get in touch. Great pre-order service!

    ANGELA KIRBY

    Fantastic postal service of a book I needed quickly.

     

    Great approach to sourcing books. Very satisfied.

    KAREN BURNET

    A cosy little book shop full of great reads.

     

    Staff helpful & happy to order in whatever you need.

    KATHLEEN O'NEILL

    Bio

    BIO

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    A book lover from childhood, Nicole enjoys all genres but has a soft spot for fantasy books. After graduating, Nicole lived in Japan for five years, resulting in a love of Japanese fiction and translated fiction.  After visiting numerous independent bookshops in the UK, Nicole decided to take a chance and open her own shop, offering her the opportunity to combine both interests. Nicole is seeking to provide a shopping experience that is an asset to the local community.

    News & Events

    Upcoming Events

    • Multiple Dates
      Thu, 03 Apr
      03 Apr 2025, 18:30 – 19:30
      Join us for our discussion about How to Become the Dark Lord £2 with a complimentary tea or coffee
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    • Multiple Dates
      Tue, 08 Apr
      08 Apr 2025, 18:30 – 19:30
      Join us for our discussion about Tress of the Emerald Sea £2 with a complimentary tea or coffee
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    • Tue, 22 Apr
      Houghton le Spring
      22 Apr 2025, 17:30 – 20:00
      Naomi Kelsey will be dropping into the shop to sign books and answer a few questions before joining the bookclub to discuss The Burnings and her new book 'The Darkening Globe'
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    • Thu, 05 Jun
      Houghton le Spring
      05 Jun 2025, 11:00 – 12:00
      Good friend of the shop will be popping in for an hour to sign and talk about her latest book, 'Secrets of the Toffee Factory Girls.' The second saga in her Toffee Factory Girl. The event is £3 to attend which will be discounted off the book when bought.
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    Contact

    CONTACT

    Opening Hours:

    Monday - 10:00am–4:00pm

    Tuesday - 10:00am–4:30pm

    Wednesday - Closed

    Thursday - 10:00am–4:30pm

    Friday - 10:00am–4:30pm

    Saturday - 10:30am–4:30pm

    Sunday - Closed

    For any enquiries, please contact us:

    Tel: 07501 922840 | Email: nicole@featherbedbooks.co.uk

    104A Newbottle Street, Houghton le Spring, DH4 4AJ

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