Janice Hallett

Fourbears Books, Caversham

With a welcoming design that encourages exploration and discovery, alongside a strong programme of lively events, Fourbears Books is the very definition of a community bookshop. Alex and his close-knit team LOVE books and that passion shines from every shelf. Their inventive approach generates instant buzz, with events ideally pitched for their target audiences, from young book lovers to literary readers and launch parties. Those I’ve taken part in at Fourbears – for adult readers and children – have been among the best I’ve ever attended. Fourbears Books is a home-from-home for readers.