Belfast Books
@belfastbooks.bsky.social
Only working class bookshop in Belfast. Specialise in used and out of print books about 'Troubles' in Northern Ireland at our tiny York Rd store. New books are at http://www.belfastbooks.co.uk with audiobooks at https://libro.fm/belfastbooks
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Belfast Books
@belfastbooks.bsky.social
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Indie Windae November 24 - Troubador Publishing
Belfast’s #1 used and new bookshop, specialising in Northern Ireland ‘Troubles’ books, politics, war, sci-fi, horror, classics, cookery, biographies and books on trains. Business and education credit ...
www.belfastbooks.co.uk
There isn't a bookshop in the UK more 'indie' than us.
No one is as small, poor or bootstrappy as us, and we're amplifying indie authors by opening an #IndieWindae on our website to showcase high quality self published books.
First up...Troubador Publishing
www.belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
No one is as small, poor or bootstrappy as us, and we're amplifying indie authors by opening an #IndieWindae on our website to showcase high quality self published books.
First up...Troubador Publishing
www.belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
No stock moves ⚡️ than superhero graphic novels and manga.
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Check out both for worldwide delivery here👇👇👇
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Dec 2025 Manga
Belfast’s #1 used and new bookshop, specialising in Northern Ireland ‘Troubles’ books, politics, war, sci-fi, horror, classics, cookery, biographies and books on trains. Business and education credit ...
belfastbooks.co.uk
December 9, 2025 at 10:42 AM
No stock moves ⚡️ than superhero graphic novels and manga.
Check out both for worldwide delivery here👇👇👇
🦸♂️ belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
🇯🇵 belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
Check out both for worldwide delivery here👇👇👇
🦸♂️ belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
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🎤*”Gonna buy some classics - gonna read them in my attic…”
Over 450 Penguin classics for wistful, whimsical, romantic you to peruse, possibly purchase and share with other book lovers.
#booksky #resistamazon #shopindie belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
*inspired by Adrian Gurvitz’s ‘Classic’.
Over 450 Penguin classics for wistful, whimsical, romantic you to peruse, possibly purchase and share with other book lovers.
#booksky #resistamazon #shopindie belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
*inspired by Adrian Gurvitz’s ‘Classic’.
August 7, 2025 at 9:22 AM
🎤*”Gonna buy some classics - gonna read them in my attic…”
Over 450 Penguin classics for wistful, whimsical, romantic you to peruse, possibly purchase and share with other book lovers.
#booksky #resistamazon #shopindie belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
*inspired by Adrian Gurvitz’s ‘Classic’.
Over 450 Penguin classics for wistful, whimsical, romantic you to peruse, possibly purchase and share with other book lovers.
#booksky #resistamazon #shopindie belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
*inspired by Adrian Gurvitz’s ‘Classic’.
How's BlueSky working out for you all? If you want to be honest then...
a man says vinny see you in my dms while standing in front of a fire
ALT: a man says vinny see you in my dms while standing in front of a fire
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February 28, 2025 at 5:23 PM
How's BlueSky working out for you all? If you want to be honest then...
This sought after book is currently Publisher Out of Stock (POS) in the UK, but the skanks at Amazon are still pretending they've stock of it, hoping to trick people into paying for a book they have ZERO prospect of getting.
Little wonder Bezos can afford a $500m yacht and a rumoured $600m wedding🙄
Little wonder Bezos can afford a $500m yacht and a rumoured $600m wedding🙄
December 29, 2024 at 10:29 PM
This sought after book is currently Publisher Out of Stock (POS) in the UK, but the skanks at Amazon are still pretending they've stock of it, hoping to trick people into paying for a book they have ZERO prospect of getting.
Little wonder Bezos can afford a $500m yacht and a rumoured $600m wedding🙄
Little wonder Bezos can afford a $500m yacht and a rumoured $600m wedding🙄
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Congratulations @belfastbooks.bsky.social you're the 100th lovely indie bookstore in my #StarterPack!
go.bsky.app/AHQhv2z
go.bsky.app/AHQhv2z
December 27, 2024 at 1:53 PM
Congratulations @belfastbooks.bsky.social you're the 100th lovely indie bookstore in my #StarterPack!
go.bsky.app/AHQhv2z
go.bsky.app/AHQhv2z
Can some please stop Mr Books from considering using fridges instead of bookshelves to shelve books?
December 27, 2024 at 1:45 PM
Can some please stop Mr Books from considering using fridges instead of bookshelves to shelve books?
Plenty of movement in what's selling well in our #ItWasOnlyAWinterSale 30% off promo. Books by Sharon Davis and Leigh Francis up near the top.
Code you need at checkout is THEONLYWAYISESSEX
www.belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
Code you need at checkout is THEONLYWAYISESSEX
www.belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
It Was Only a Winter Sale
Belfast’s #1 used and new bookshop, specialising in Northern Ireland ‘Troubles’ books, politics, war, sci-fi, horror, classics, cookery, biographies and books on trains. Business and education credit ...
www.belfastbooks.co.uk
December 27, 2024 at 12:37 PM
Plenty of movement in what's selling well in our #ItWasOnlyAWinterSale 30% off promo. Books by Sharon Davis and Leigh Francis up near the top.
Code you need at checkout is THEONLYWAYISESSEX
www.belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
Code you need at checkout is THEONLYWAYISESSEX
www.belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
20% off veggie and vegan books in our 'Veganuary' promotion using code 'SPROUTS'.
www.belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
www.belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
2025 Veganuary Books
Explore the best books for Veganuary. Delicious vegan recipes, tips, and inspiration to kickstart your plant-based journey. Perfect for beginners & food lovers
www.belfastbooks.co.uk
December 27, 2024 at 11:21 AM
20% off veggie and vegan books in our 'Veganuary' promotion using code 'SPROUTS'.
www.belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
www.belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
The last posting day before Christmas in the U.K. is THE worst day of the year for Mr Books, as it's the day he takes all the panicked calls from people let down by Amazon🥺
December 23, 2024 at 2:39 PM
The last posting day before Christmas in the U.K. is THE worst day of the year for Mr Books, as it's the day he takes all the panicked calls from people let down by Amazon🥺
If you support Amazon rather than indie bookshops can I suggest you look away now...
#booksky 📚
www.belfastbooks.co.uk
#booksky 📚
www.belfastbooks.co.uk
December 19, 2024 at 10:36 PM
If you support Amazon rather than indie bookshops can I suggest you look away now...
#booksky 📚
www.belfastbooks.co.uk
#booksky 📚
www.belfastbooks.co.uk
Every year Mrs Books and I have a competition to see who sells the most books on #BookshopDotOrg
This year she's gone with cat themed books and calendars, despite me telling her no one is going to buy a 'Cat Shaming Calendar'🚫 uk.bookshop.org/lists/purr-f...
This year she's gone with cat themed books and calendars, despite me telling her no one is going to buy a 'Cat Shaming Calendar'🚫 uk.bookshop.org/lists/purr-f...
Purr-fect Picks: The Ultimate List of Cat and Kitty Books and Calendars
Explore our delightful collection of cat-themed books and calendars! From heartwarming tales to adorable imagery, these purr-fect picks are ideal for cat lovers and make great gifts. Dive into the wor...
uk.bookshop.org
December 13, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Every year Mrs Books and I have a competition to see who sells the most books on #BookshopDotOrg
This year she's gone with cat themed books and calendars, despite me telling her no one is going to buy a 'Cat Shaming Calendar'🚫 uk.bookshop.org/lists/purr-f...
This year she's gone with cat themed books and calendars, despite me telling her no one is going to buy a 'Cat Shaming Calendar'🚫 uk.bookshop.org/lists/purr-f...
Our mailing list has had this since yesterday, now we're opening this 25% off offer on over 400 books to everyone.
Code at checkout is 'ULSTERFRY' and ends 2359 tomorrow (Fri).
📣But there's more...
FREE UK delivery when you spend £25 or more.
www.belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
Code at checkout is 'ULSTERFRY' and ends 2359 tomorrow (Fri).
📣But there's more...
FREE UK delivery when you spend £25 or more.
www.belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
25% Code Only for Our Email Subscribers
Get the best titles at 25% off exclusively for Belfast Books email subscribers! Sign up now to unlock your discount and enjoy amazing savings on your next read
www.belfastbooks.co.uk
December 5, 2024 at 1:50 PM
Our mailing list has had this since yesterday, now we're opening this 25% off offer on over 400 books to everyone.
Code at checkout is 'ULSTERFRY' and ends 2359 tomorrow (Fri).
📣But there's more...
FREE UK delivery when you spend £25 or more.
www.belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
Code at checkout is 'ULSTERFRY' and ends 2359 tomorrow (Fri).
📣But there's more...
FREE UK delivery when you spend £25 or more.
www.belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
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Indie presses: what are they? They may also be called small presses or small publishers, but bear in mind the term also means those not part of a conglomerate, ergo also Faber and Faber and Bloomsbury. Here's the book you start with. For your book, but also magazines, journals, for poetry - ta da
November 24, 2024 at 11:53 AM
Indie presses: what are they? They may also be called small presses or small publishers, but bear in mind the term also means those not part of a conglomerate, ergo also Faber and Faber and Bloomsbury. Here's the book you start with. For your book, but also magazines, journals, for poetry - ta da
Why Every Author Should Build Strong Bonds With Their Local Bookshops troubador.co.uk/blog/importa...
Why Every Author Should Build Strong Bonds With Their Local Bookshops
In this article, I have focused on why local bookshops offer authors unexpected opportunities to gain visibility and why they should be a key part of any author's sales and marketing strategy when sel...
troubador.co.uk
November 24, 2024 at 12:13 PM
Why Every Author Should Build Strong Bonds With Their Local Bookshops troubador.co.uk/blog/importa...
Any guesses what would get more reposts and likes on here?
1. A post supporting indie authors and a link to a website containing almost 200 of their books
OR
2. A picture of a cat wearing glasses that say 'F@#K TRUMP'
Answer 1 or 2 in any reply or repost...
1. A post supporting indie authors and a link to a website containing almost 200 of their books
OR
2. A picture of a cat wearing glasses that say 'F@#K TRUMP'
Answer 1 or 2 in any reply or repost...
November 23, 2024 at 3:25 PM
Any guesses what would get more reposts and likes on here?
1. A post supporting indie authors and a link to a website containing almost 200 of their books
OR
2. A picture of a cat wearing glasses that say 'F@#K TRUMP'
Answer 1 or 2 in any reply or repost...
1. A post supporting indie authors and a link to a website containing almost 200 of their books
OR
2. A picture of a cat wearing glasses that say 'F@#K TRUMP'
Answer 1 or 2 in any reply or repost...
Mushrooms you say?
Northern Ireland's world famous breakfast - the #UlsterFry says "NEVER, NEVER...NEVER!!!"
Northern Ireland's world famous breakfast - the #UlsterFry says "NEVER, NEVER...NEVER!!!"
November 23, 2024 at 1:33 AM
Mushrooms you say?
Northern Ireland's world famous breakfast - the #UlsterFry says "NEVER, NEVER...NEVER!!!"
Northern Ireland's world famous breakfast - the #UlsterFry says "NEVER, NEVER...NEVER!!!"
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Right, time to draw a line.
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If I don't recognise your name, you have no profile picture & your page is blank,
I Won't Follow You Back.
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If I don't recognise your name, you have no profile picture & your page is blank,
I Won't Follow You Back.
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November 22, 2024 at 10:29 PM
Right, time to draw a line.
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If I don't recognise your name, you have no profile picture & your page is blank,
I Won't Follow You Back.
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If I don't recognise your name, you have no profile picture & your page is blank,
I Won't Follow You Back.
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One last Blake's 7 picture of mine before Doctor Who Day starts tomorrow. Here's Avon (with Zen and Orac) and yes, he never had both those guns at the same time - but probably wishes he did.
#Blakes7
#Blakes7
November 23, 2024 at 1:22 AM
One last Blake's 7 picture of mine before Doctor Who Day starts tomorrow. Here's Avon (with Zen and Orac) and yes, he never had both those guns at the same time - but probably wishes he did.
#Blakes7
#Blakes7
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This is my bookstore, Phoenix Books in Montreal. Show her some love. 🖤
November 21, 2024 at 11:11 PM
This is my bookstore, Phoenix Books in Montreal. Show her some love. 🖤
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very quiet day today
three customers buying
a teen popping in for a nose
oh well
but we did do our first sale via blusky
woo-hoo!
three customers buying
a teen popping in for a nose
oh well
but we did do our first sale via blusky
woo-hoo!
November 22, 2024 at 4:16 PM
very quiet day today
three customers buying
a teen popping in for a nose
oh well
but we did do our first sale via blusky
woo-hoo!
three customers buying
a teen popping in for a nose
oh well
but we did do our first sale via blusky
woo-hoo!
There isn't a bookshop in the UK more 'indie' than us.
No one is as small, poor or bootstrappy as us, and we're amplifying indie authors by opening an #IndieWindae on our website to showcase high quality self published books.
First up...Troubador Publishing
www.belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
No one is as small, poor or bootstrappy as us, and we're amplifying indie authors by opening an #IndieWindae on our website to showcase high quality self published books.
First up...Troubador Publishing
www.belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
Indie Windae November 24 - Troubador Publishing
Belfast’s #1 used and new bookshop, specialising in Northern Ireland ‘Troubles’ books, politics, war, sci-fi, horror, classics, cookery, biographies and books on trains. Business and education credit ...
www.belfastbooks.co.uk
November 22, 2024 at 4:45 PM
There isn't a bookshop in the UK more 'indie' than us.
No one is as small, poor or bootstrappy as us, and we're amplifying indie authors by opening an #IndieWindae on our website to showcase high quality self published books.
First up...Troubador Publishing
www.belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
No one is as small, poor or bootstrappy as us, and we're amplifying indie authors by opening an #IndieWindae on our website to showcase high quality self published books.
First up...Troubador Publishing
www.belfastbooks.co.uk/collections/...
We're at that point with following back that we're considering petitioning Parliament to add an extra day onto the week.
a man with a beard is wearing a blue shirt that says " so many "
ALT: a man with a beard is wearing a blue shirt that says " so many "
media.tenor.com
November 21, 2024 at 2:25 PM
We're at that point with following back that we're considering petitioning Parliament to add an extra day onto the week.
Ah...those halcyon days when chain bookshops weren't owned by greedy grabby hedge funds...
November 21, 2024 at 1:28 PM
Ah...those halcyon days when chain bookshops weren't owned by greedy grabby hedge funds...
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Who wants to share my love potato?
November 20, 2024 at 1:31 PM
Who wants to share my love potato?