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The latest news and views from between the shelves at Red Lion Books
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BLOG POST: Espionage, betrayal, scandal, corruption and murder. An author event about true events
Behind one of the greatest tragedies in UK policing history lies an incredible political scandal which has been likened to that of the Post
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BLOG POST: Article from The Big Issue, 2024
Indie bookshops survive closureArticle for The Big Issue 2024 INDEPENDENT BOOKSHOPS SURVIVE CLOSURE We were asked to comment for the recent article published in The Big Issue. Please read
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BLOG POST: Deaths, Disasters & Destinies, Anglo-Norman History in Twelve Lives
By Val Morgan, author, 2024 Being asked to write a blog piece about my new book by Red Lion is a real pleasure for me
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Our Events
Our events programme moved online for the last eighteen months but once again we are now preparing to welcome you back to physical events at the shop. Events will be posted below as they are announced.
Monthly Silent Book Club
…because we all need to schedule in reading time
Monthly
Bring your own book & a blanket!
8th April 2024, 5pm
125 High Street
CO1 1SZ
Spring Soiree 2024
Bookshop Shop Party
3 Author Hosts
11th April, 6pm
Red Lion Books
125 High Street
Authors in Conversation
A trio of Thriller Writers
20th April 2024, 11am
125 High Street
Poetry Reading
Rory Waterman & Declan Ryan
April 20th, 2.30pm
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Book Clubs
are a place to share your enthusiasm for books and reading. We host a range of book clubs for adults and children.
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We work with local authors in many ways and enjoy supporting the vibrant writing and author community in and around Colchester
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What Our Customers Say
At Red Lion Books every customer counts and we will always do our very best to help you find the book that is perfect for you. Here are some reflections from our customers.