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If you‘ve read a Shaun Bythell diary, you know what to expect, and this book delivers. Felt melancholy reading about Captain, the bookshop cat, who died this year 💔 (review written February 2023; the diary is from at least five years previous)

“I tend to leave ephemera in the books in which I find them—perhaps they may find their way home.” ❤️🥹

Remainders Of The Day was more understated than I expected, quite a cozy read – with brilliant moments of sensational snark. All told, it's a remarkably accurate insight into the life of a used bookseller, and a delightful easy read for this time of year. Full review: https://keepingupwiththepenguins.com/remainders-of-the-day-shaun-bythell/

Just about squeezed this in in 2022. Another great read of life as an independent book shop owner. Loved it

I just love these books, of the curmudgeonly Bythell detailing a year in the life of a bookseller in Wigtown, Scotland. The best bit for me, is that this one chronicles 2016, when yours truly was in the shop! I didn‘t make it into the book, which, based on most of the customers who do, is a really good thing! 😂

A couple of books about books under the tree for me. Thanks, Santa!

Good. Listened to the audiobook edition of this. Follows on from the other books and follows how the characters are getting on. Interesting take on retail and customer relations. Funny and informative.

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