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Newcastle is home to a variety of bookshops that satisfy to all types of readers. Whether you enjoy a thriller novel or a contemporary romance, they have bargains for all types of books. If you're a student, a reader on a budget, or you're just looking to expand your personal library, the city has several places to find both new and second hand-books. BOOKS FOR AMNESTY Image credit: Noelia Fernandez Perez Located at 95 Westgate Road, next to Central Station, this bookshop offers a fantastic selection of second-hand book offers. You can find rare editions, contemporary fiction, and even children's books. The store is constantly refreshed with new stock that to the donations they get daily, so there's always something new to discover. Even though this is a network of charity b...

Northumberland is a county that has long captivated those who have explored its landscapes and dramatic coastlines, but for many readers, the county's charm is most vividly brought to life through the novels written by LJ Ross, bestselling author whose work has become recognised through the whole country. Through her DCI Ryan series and standalone novels set in Northumberland, Ross offers readers a literary tour of Northumberland mixed with crime stories, attracting readers not only for its location but for its plot. LJ Ross is one the most prominent voices in contemporary British crime and fiction. Debuting in 2015 with Holy Island she follows Detective Chief Inspector DCI Ryan as he travels around Northumberland resolving complex investigations. Image Credits: LJ Ross Im...

In recent years, BookTok - considered a vibrant corner of TikTok dedicated to book lovers - has gained a lot of popularity, especially after COVID-19. What began as a platform to discuss literature has grown into influencing the sales of books, trends, and creating an online community for passionate readers. However, as BookTok keeps growing its influence, some critics have raised concerns that the platform may be creating a culture of anti-intellectualism. Anti-intellectualism is defined as a 'mistrust of intellectual pursuits, expertise, and discourses.' This concept can manifest in the different rejections of complex ideas or in the preference for simplified and populist views, as most of the plots of books promoted on TikTok. Whilst BookTok has brought a new perspective to books...