Margin & Spine Books
Independent bookshop
Good books, chosen by hand.
New titles, secondhand finds and the ones we can't stop recommending — plus author evenings and a corner for the kids. Come and browse, or order and we'll set one aside.
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An independent bookshop — new titles, secondhand finds and the ones we can't stop recommending, plus author evenings and a corner for the kids. Edit this to introduce your shop and what makes browsing here worth the trip.
Staff picks
Example picks — replace them with your own titles, covers, notes and prices. Nothing here is a real book in stock until you set it.
This Week's Novel (example)
“A quiet, beautiful thing.” — add your own pick, cover and price · $18 (example)
The Big Idea Book (example)
The one we press into everyone's hands — replace with yours · $22 (example)
A Bedtime Favourite (example)
For the corner by the window — add your own · $12 (example)
A Rare Find (example)
First editions and out-of-print gems — describe your own · price on ask (example)
Visit or ask us
Fiction & poetry
From new releases to the classics — describe the shelves you're known for.
Nonfiction & ideas
History, science, cooking, art — set out the sections you stock deepest.
Children's & young readers
Picture books to first chapter books — add your reading corner and story times.
Secondhand & rare
Preloved paperbacks and collectible finds — tell people what to hunt for here.
Author events & readings
Example events — replace them with your own readings, signings and book-club nights. Free events just leave the ticket off.
Thu · 7pm · Free (example)
Author Evening & Signing (example)
An author in conversation, with signed copies after. Replace with your own guest.
Last Tues · 7pm (example)
Monthly Book Club (example)
This month's read, a glass of wine and a good chat. Set your own dates.
Sat · 11am · Free (example)
Children's Story Time (example)
Stories for little ones in the reading corner. Edit or remove this.
The shop
Tell people what it's like to walk in — the smell of the paper, the staff who actually read, the events on the noticeboard, the cat by the till if there is one. Write it in your own words, and add a photo of the shop beside this.
Hours & find us
Opening hours
- Monday – Friday
- Add your hours
- Saturday
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- Sunday
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Sample review — replace this with a real quote from a customer. For example: “I never leave without a book I didn't know I needed.”
“Sample review — swap this for a second genuine customer quote.”
“Sample review — add one more real quote here, or delete this card.”
What are your opening hours?
Add your real opening hours in the editor — they show in the hours section and your contact card so visitors always see the truth.
Can you order a book that isn't in stock?
Yes — send us the title and author through the order form and we'll tell you honestly whether we can get it, how long it'll take, and the price.
Do you buy secondhand books?
Describe your own buying policy here — what you take, how you value it, and whether to bring books in or send a photo first.
Do you host or hire out for events?
Set out your events here — author evenings, book clubs, kids' story times — and whether the space can be booked for a group.
Come and find your next read.
Browse the picks, catch an author evening, or order a book and we'll set it aside.
Order or reserve