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Chris Wormell

Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver

£20.00

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Robin Ince

Bibliomaniac : An Obsessive’s Tour of the Bookshops of Britain by Robin Ince

£20.00

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Richard Zimler

The Incandescent Threads by Richard Zimler

£20.00

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Charlie Mackesy

The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse: ANIMATED STORY

£20.00

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The latest news and views from between the shelves at Red Lion Books

14/07/2022

BLOG POST: Eyes on the Prize

At this time of year, we have a gaggle of students popping into the shop, each clutching one of our tokens, which they've been

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16/06/2022

BLOG POST: Eye of Boudica Event at Red Lion Books

The Eye is all-seeing, all-consuming, always being watched and judged for good or bad actions. Big Brother is Watching you, as Orwell said. People

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28/04/2022

BLOG POST: April 2022, We’ve got it covered

It's the end of April. I'm writing that opener almost like it's a slightly bewildered revelation rather than a statement of fact. A third

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Our favourite #bibliomanic @robinince is back on tour and coming to Red Lion Books in November.

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A break from moaning about the weather with a lovely surprise visit from @akblakemore delighting booksellers and customers alike. The pen of dreams did come out and signed copies are now in the shop

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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.

20.08.2022

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Author Signing: Phyllida Shrimpton signing Every Shade of Happy

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08.09.2022

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Daytime Book Club: September 2022

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12.09.2022

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Artist PV: Mary Pullen Deacon

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26.10.2022

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Art Exhibition Mary Pullen Deacon (August-September 2022)

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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.

5 star review Great service ordering my book and calling me when ready for collection. Lovely helpful staff. Highly recommended book store.