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This November, House of Books & Friends and the gunnercooke foundation are bringing back Connection Counts. Our community campaign which celebrates the small, everyday moments where connection is built and shared at the bookshop. We know that loneliness can affect anyone, at any stage of their life. We’ve seen first …

Please note: Our volunteer programme is currently not open for recruitment at the moment. We hope to recruit more volunteers in 2027 – thank you for your interest in supporting House of Books & Friends! Do you believe bookshops play a powerful role in bringing communities and people together?   We’re …

We’re spotlighting different charities from across the country each month to highlight the amazing work they do and to provide solace through our pay it forward book scheme. Home-Start Southwark is on a mission to provide high quality support for families with babies and children under the age of 5. …

We’re spotlighting different charities from across the country each month to highlight the amazing work they do and to provide solace through our pay it forward book scheme.  SPACE is an award winning charity based in Hertfordshire that supports families of children and young people who are neurodivergent. Running since …

Bookshops play a powerful role in bringing communities together and at HOBAF it is our mission to combat loneliness through the power of connection. Reading, discussing books, buying books, listening to authors and writing can connect us physically, intellectually, emotionally and spiritually.  When we read, we are not alone. Loneliness and social isolation …

Are you struggling for ideas of what to do this summer? Want to stay close to home but still have fun? Look no further! We have compiled some activities on offer this summer, some for kids and some for adults. Take a look at the list below, and please visit …