WELCOME BACK

Both shops are once again open for business!

We have introduced a number of measures to keep your shopping experience as safe as possible, such as limiting the number of customers in the shop at any one time and clear social distancing signage.

What hasn’t changed is our fantastic selection of the latest books, greetings cards and quality gifts.

We can’t wait to see you!

NEW IN

What if Hilary hadn’t married Bill? How might things have turned out for them, for America, for the world itself?

Rodham, the new novel by Curtis Sittenfeld explores an alternative reality where Hilary Rodham turns down Bill Clinton to focus on her own political ambition.

‘An ingenious yet plausible glimpse of an alternative reality, and so involving that it occasionally comes as a shock to realise that there is a different reality, and we are living in it’ THE SPECTATOR

BUY

NEW IN

The spectacular new novel from the bestselling author of CLOUD ATLAS and THE BONE CLOCKS, ‘one of the most brilliantly inventive writers of this, or any country’ (Independent).

Utopia Avenue might be the most curious British band you’ve never heard of.

This is the story of Utopia Avenue’s brief, blazing journey from Soho clubs and draughty ballrooms to the promised land of America, just when the Summer of Love was receding into something much darker…

BUY

SIGNED AND DEDICATED EXCLUSIVE

Publishing on the 17th September, The White Ship by Charles Spencer is an absolute must for any history fan.

We are thrilled to be able to offer signed and personally dedicated copies, exclusively through our website and bookshops.

PRE-ORDER

Liquid Gold: Bees and Pursuit of Midlife Honey

TUESDAY 18TH AUGUST @ 4PM

Join Roger Morgan-Grenville for a fascinating live stream event, where he’ll be talking about his uplifting book ‘Liquid Gold’.

All tickets include a signed copy of the book and access to the live stream event. Bees not included.

BUY TICKETS

An evening with Simon Mayo

From one of our best-loved radio presenters comes a race-against-time thriller, chillingly resonant with today’s headlines.

Join us for this exciting live stream event, where Simon will be talking about his new novel Knife Edge, a pacey modern day thriller with a social political edge.

BUY TICKETS

Global One Dish Dinners

The Roasting Tin Around the World The Roasting Tin series by bestselling cookery writer Rukmini Iyer is probably the most useful set of books you can have in your kitchen.

We’re excited to be hosting an ‘at home’ with Rukmini, where she’ll be discussing her latest The Roasting Tin book, as well as treating us to a live cookery demonstration.

 

BUY TICKETS

MURDER, MAYHEM AND RUSSIA’S REMAKING OF THE WEST

THURSDAY 27TH AUGUST @ 7:30PM

Award winning journalist and author Luke Harding joins us for a live stream event, where he’ll be talking about his latest title ‘Shadow State’.

The ticket includes access to the live stream and a signed copy of Shadow State.

BUY TICKETS

 

THE DARKEST EVENING WITH ANN CLEEVES

2020 marks 21 years of writing the enduringly popular Vera Stanhope series.

Join us for a live stream event where Ann will be discussing her new book The Darkest Evening with Vera scriptwriter Martha Hillier.

Tickets include a signed copy of The Darkest Evening and access to the live stream event.

BUY TICKETS

Events

  • Roger Morgan-Grenville Live Stream Event

    18 August @ 4:00 pm Learn more

  • Knife Edge with Simon Mayo

    20 August @ 7:30 pm Learn more

  • The Roasting Tin Around the World with Rukmini Iyer

    25 August @ 7:30 pm Learn more

  • Writing Wizards with Kimberly Pauley

    27 August @ 10:00 am Learn more

  • Shadow State with Luke Harding

    27 August @ 7:30 pm Learn more
See all events

News

Calling all history buffs!

    We are thrilled to be able to bring you this exclusive offer of personally dedicated and signed copies of Charles Spencer’s new book, The White Ship Publishing on the 17th September, we are now accepting pre-orders via the ‘pre-order’ section of the website or by calling the Chorleywood shop on 01923 283566. Signed books make such wonderful gifts, just in […]

Learn more
Read all the latest news

Signed and Delivered to You

Recommended Reads

Two Shops & Lots of Books

This is the online home of both our lovely shops: the Chorleywood Bookshop and the Gerrards Cross Bookshop. If you want to book places for one of our many high profile events, purchase a limited edition book, or find out out how to get hold of us to place orders or make a query, you’re in the right place!

We would love you to pop in to one of our shops too. One of the best things about being an independent bookshop is hearing all about the books you love (and hate!) and sharing the passion and joy of reading.

To step into the Chorleywood or Gerrards Cross bookshop is to be a part of our community so please do come and say hello.

“Founded on a deep rooted love of books and reading Chorleywood bookshop and their team provide an excellent service. Whether it’s providing a bookshop at a festival or bringing a visiting author it is always a pleasure to work with them at Queenswood School.”

Jayne Truran, Queenswood School, Hertfordshire

“As a book publicist I have total confidence in their excellent ability to deliver a wholly professional service to author and publisher (and audience!) the best events. As a regular customer, I know I will enjoy the finest service and range. There’s nothing more you could wish for.”

Alison Barrow, Penguin Random House UK

“As avid book readers my husband and I use the services of the bookshop several times a month. They always keep us up to date and source our books quickly for us. Gerrards Cross bookshop and its team are a little gem in the middle of a busy high street.”

Mrs Helen White, customer

“Chorleywood Bookshop always provide excellent, expert support at our school author events, regularly providing us with top children’s authors.”

Sarah Keegan, North London Collegiate School Junior Library

“This small but mighty store is a real pleasure to deal with; they have a passion and energy that is infectious and uplifting.”