Bookshop Bangers #2 | with Kate of Harris & Harris | December 2023

[@jenny6904]

I feel, in my bones, that Kate would give the most fantastic hugs.

[@SavidgeReads]

She does indeed.

[@MJ-in-Canada]

If I walked into Harris Books and started up a conversation with you and Kate, I’d have to keep a firm grip on my wallet because the pair of you could sell me anything. What a team! Bangers, indeed.😄

[@SavidgeReads]

Hahaha. I think a few people had that very problem the weekend we were bookselling together, especially with mum being there too. Hahaha. It was so much fun, we sold soooo many books.

[@anitahayne8621]

This is an early Christmas gift from your fans. Thanks Simon.

[@SavidgeReads]

An early Christmas gift from my fans? I am confused lol.

[@anitahayne8621]

@@SavidgeReads Boy, did I mess that up. I meant to say, “This is an early Christmas gift from you to your fans.”

[@zoobee]

I have the highest regard for independent bookshop owners. Kate is delighftul.

[@SavidgeReads]

She is a joy and a wonder.

[@maartjedegroot9598]

Still life is one of my favorites I’ve read this year

[@SavidgeReads]

Was my favourite the year I read it. I buy it for people all the time. In fact someone is getting a copy today. Hahaha.

[@taneesewilson8844]

Really enjoyed this video and book recommend’s! Happy Christmas to both of you!

[@SavidgeReads]

And to you! So glad you enjoyed it!

[@susprime7018]

Loved the parrot, Still Life by Sarah Winman was so very fine. Enjoyed the video, I liked Hallet's The Appeal and will place The Christmas Appeal on the list for a future Christmas read.

[@SavidgeReads]

Glad you enjoyed the video and hope you enjoy The Christmas Appeal when you get to it.

[@cindyhaiken5644]

Those winter books are simply stunning. I have them ready to go as soon as it is officially winter (in just a few days). I bought 3 copies of Still Life to give as gifts this year and must find time to reread it. It’s lovely watching the two of you chat about books together. One day I will visit that shop!

[@SavidgeReads]

I’m giving Still Life to someone today, it’s all wrapped and ready. If they don’t like it I’m dropping them as a friend. Hahaha. I should have written that on the gift tag.

[@MB-hc9tk]

I loved days at the morisaki bookshop- highly recommend too! If you like books and cosy, definitely pick up. I read it along side before the coffee gets cold - twas a good combo ❤

[@MB-hc9tk]

Also Simon 😂 mooooonnnnpieee , what a time to be alive ! ❤😂

[@SavidgeReads]

They certainly have a big fan base these books. I tried the coffee gets cold and it wasn’t for me, could see why it would be for lots of other lovely folk though.

[@MB-hc9tk]

@@SavidgeReads i can also see why it wouldn’t be for everyone either ❤️.. I bought the collection of four books but by the time I started the third I felt like ok now this has been done, the fact the same rules were explained over and over and over also got to me 😂

[@kathleenwalsh3556]

Hi Simon! Absolutely loved Still Life on your recommendation. However, i find it divides readers. Some customers just don't like whimsy so v v careful about recommending it.

[@SavidgeReads]

That’s so interesting that you say it has whimsy in it. I didn’t think that at all BUT that’s what’s so interesting about books, everyone’s different tastes. No book is for everyone, that’s impossible, I think that’s one of the lovely challenges I found of bookselling at the weekend.

[@mradcaqbdb]

Delightful!

[@SavidgeReads]

Thank you!

[@tanyam6197]

Hi Simon. All the best for the season and thanks for everything this year. How fabulous is Kate?

[@SavidgeReads]

She is a wonder. I’m very lucky I get to call her my friend.

[@marjoriedybec3450]

Thank you for the link!! Happy Christmas.

[@SavidgeReads]

Pleasure! Have a fabulous one!

[@Penny-ws4mz]

Saving Winter Spirits for a January too!

[@SavidgeReads]

I think I might get it and read it then. Feel like it may be in a few hardback sales in a few days 😉

[@tracys.mitnaul-xv7te]

I enjoyed Days at the Morisaki Bookshop. It was a pleasant , enjoyable, easy read. Book 2 is coming out in 2024. Thank you 😊

[@SavidgeReads]

Oooh. It’s not my kind of read but that’s why I wanted Kate to pick some books, what a fabulous eclectic mix she found.

[@kathleenwalsh3556]

Hi Simon i meant I'm careful about recommending Still Life, have to access the customer's likes, dislikes etc etc. Didnt mean you have to be careful! Phew!

[@carolewatson2113]

Lovely recommendations, happy Xmas to you both

[@SavidgeReads]

And to you Carole.

[@janepeacock3704]

👏🏻👏🏻🤓📚

[@SavidgeReads]

📚💜📚

[@janepeacock3704]

😘

[@rmdcarney]

This was booktube dynamite! Cracking video Simon. You two are so sweet ❤

[@SavidgeReads]

So pleased that you enjoyed it!