Dive into the charming and often surprising world behind the counter of a seaside bookshop with Receipts From the Bookshop: A Bookseller's Year by Katie Clapham. This collection of essays chronicles a year in the life of a bookseller who found her calling by accident after moving back to her hometown and partnering with her mother.

Discover the small triumphs, unexpected customer requests—from needing a screwdriver to locating a priest—and the emotional highs and lows of running a local literary hub, including the day the shop was named one of the best in the country.

• A funny, surprising, and affectionate look at the daily realities of running an independent bookshop.
• Features anecdotes about customers searching for recommendations, gifts, or just a chat.
• A life-affirming celebration of good books, bad weather, and the vital role of local bookshops.
• Authored by Katie Clapham, who chronicles her experiences weekly from behind the counter.

• Author: Katie Clapham
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Publication Date: June 4, 2026
• Print Length: 304 pages
• ISBN-10: 1399629506
• ISBN-13: 978-1399629508
• Dimensions: 140mm x 28mm x 216mm (14 x 2.8 x 21.6 cm)
• Item Weight: 380 g
• Publisher: Phoenix

Perfect for anyone who dreams of owning a bookshop or cherishes the community spirit of their local store, this journal offers warmth and wonder in equal measure.