Miles Kingston
Hats Off To Otterstone’s
When I visit a bookshop, I like to visit one with character. One that’s a bit different. A bit eccentric, even.
That’s why I favour Waterstone’s.
Can I give you an example?
Not long ago I went into my local Waterstone’s to get a French book. No special French book. Just a French book. I was off on a trip to France and I wanted to get some of the rust off my French by reading something in French. Anything, really.
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