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November is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, so we spoke to local charity We Are Survivors about their work with men who have experienced sexual assault and rape in their lives. Their work has helped men all around Greater Manchester overcome their trauma and work towards feeling healed and happy. …

Your support—big or small—means the world to us at House of Books & Friends. As a community interest company, our mission is to combat loneliness and social isolation, with all profits reinvested into the bookshop to further our impact. Loneliness is a growing concern, affecting 85% of adults in the …

In a world that often feels disconnected, finding genuine human connection can sometimes be more difficult than it should be. Whether it’s the busy pace of life, the pressures of social media, or simply the quiet hum of our everyday routines, many of us struggle to forge meaningful relationships. At …

This month we wanted to shine a light on a charity whose mission is to help adults in Manchester to read. We reached out to their Recruiter, Matt Smith from Read Easy Manchester Central & North to hear about their volunteer-led charity that provides confidential 1-2-1 coaching for adults in …

We have two exciting opportunities to join our team at House of Books & Friends in Manchester city centre. We are looking for: 1 x Permanent Bookseller/Barista – 35 hours per week over 5 days, Monday-Sunday 1 x Permanent Bookseller/Barista – 28 hours per week over 4 days, Monday-Sunday House …

Assistant Bookshop Manager – 35 hours per week, Monday-Sunday We are seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to oversee the daily operations of our busy bookshop. As the Assistant Bookshop Manager, you will be based on the shop floor and responsible for maintaining our high standards of customer service, ensuring …