The Book People was founded in 1988 by book aficionados Ted Smart and Seni Glaster on the principle of making books available and affordable to everyone. The company is a bookseller based in Godalming, Surrey, UK. The extensive ranges of books found at Book People’s award-winning website are hand-picked favourites. They also sell their products which include gifts, toys and stationary through mail-order catalogue, and in workplaces and schools via a nationwide network of Book People Local distributors.
The company started doing business visiting offices around the area of Guildford, Surrey and by 1990; there were already 140 Book People Local distributors across the UK visiting workplaces such as banks, hospitals, schools and even bakeries. And because of high demand, Book People launched their mail-order catalogue to provide their loyal customers a way to conveniently shop their range of hand-picked books. In 1998, their easy-to-use online shop was launched furthering the growth in the number of their customers.
Book People just recently expanded their product offerings beyond books by offering toys, gifts and stationary. As part of their growth and expansion, the company has even acquired a number of brands such as use Children’s Books and Index Books.
Children’s Books
Whether you’re looking for first reads, fun fiction titles and collections, activity books or reference guides to help with homework, book People have the right book for your child.
Fiction
They offer a wide range of contemporary and classic novels, crime thrillers, romantic reads and great value collections.
Non-Fiction
Whether you want real-life stories, are learning a new craft or looking for new recipe books, you’ll find it in Book People’s range of non-fiction books, from books to get you outdoors to the latest cookbooks and the best in film and TV.
Collections
Their book collections offer huge savings on books for all ages and interests. Including the best in fiction and non-fiction, as well as children’s collections featuring classic authors, young adult fiction and more.
Bestsellers
If you're on the lookout for bestselling books at prices you won't believe, explore Book People's range of bestsellers today. You'll find everything from the latest chart books to our customers' favourites with savings that you won't find on the high street.
Gift & Stationary
Book People extensive range of gifts, toys and stationery are perfect for book-lovers of all ages. From Mr Men and Little Miss to the Gruffalo, Minions, Miffy, the Hungry Caterpillar and much, much more, a hand-picked gift from Book People is the perfect accompaniment to one of their wonderful books.
New
Whether you're looking for brand new children's books, new fiction books, new cookbooks or the latest film and TV releases, you'll find chart-toppers and new releases with Book People which offer you savings up to 75% off RRP every day.
Guid Blyton
The Famous Five, Malory Towers, St. Clare's, the Adventure series, you'll find them all in Book People's hand-picked range of Enid Blyton books.
Phone Numbers
Customer Services
UK: 0345 602 3030
International: 0044 1248 679 395
Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm
Saturday - 9am to 6pm
Sunday - Closed
(Closed Bank Holidays)
Order Line
UK: 0345 602 4040
International: 0044 1248 679 395
Monday to Saturday - 9am to 6pm
Sunday - Closed
(Closed Bank Holidays)
If you prefer writing, address your letters to:
The Book People Ltd
Customer Services Dept
Parc Menai
Bangor
LL57 4FB
UK
Restricted Areas
Read the Delivery Restrictions page for more information.
Overseas BFPO addresses
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Republic of Ireland Delivery Information
See the Delivery Restrictions page for more information.
International Delivery
Read their full International Deliveries page for shipping costs and delivery times on your country.
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