Bookshop visit 16: Black Gull Books, St Leonards-On-Sea, East Sussex.

I am back at another bookshop people. This time I am in the East Sussex seaside town of St Leonards. Found on London Road in the town, Black Gull Books lies, standing on a corner. It is a nice bookshop and one that is tidy. What I liked about this bookshop is how they have a neatness and strong clarity of book placement, which other bookshops might not necessarily have. I find with it being clear on where books are, it makes it easier to search if you want something specific. On the other hand, if you just want a random book or are not too fussed then it still makes it a little better when having a standard browse.

Then we come to the staff who work in the bookshop. The staff here are very friendly and always happy to assist with any enquiries. I have been in this bookshop more than once by now and I have found them to be extremely polite and helpful when I was after something specific. I can also tell that they often build up a rapport with their customers, not just me. This is a reason why I have come to St Leonards to come back. I find that when you have bookshop staff members that seem invested in you, you want to return to that bookshop as that becomes one you remember. Well, this is what happened to me anyway.

Outside the bookshop, they have a sign with a pride flag, informing people that all are welcome. This for me is important and reminds me that some shops highlight they are safe space for members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Even if you are not a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, anyone is welcome. Their shop is open from 10:00 - 18:00, all seven days of the week. I have seen other stuff there such as CDs so if you visit you might get some bonus goodies!


Until next time,


Thomas.

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