what we do...
We stock a broad range of books to suit all ages and tastes, you'll find classics for both adults and kids but we like to think you'll find those books that you didn't know existed and that you definitely didn't know that you needed. ​If you have a particular book that you love, something that is really special to you we are always on the look out for those editions that are extraordinary. ​We love the idea that a child can come into the kids section and find something that excites them ... there is nothing better than a child leaving with a book that they have chosen. ​And if you can't find what you want on our shelves, then simply ask and we will do our utmost to obtain it for you.
As a local independent business we are proud to be able to supply books to many schools in Ipswich and further afield. We are always pleased to offer support in sourcing books and are more than happy with prior arrangement to welcome classes into the shop - when World Book Day comes around, it's all about forming an orderly queue! Contact us on hello@diallanebooks.co.uk if you would like to discuss your schools requirements and to see how we can help you.
We stock a huge range of LGBTQ+ books, both fiction and non fiction. We are proud to stock one of the largest collections outside of London.
We champion local authors and hold events to launch new publications. We're also a friendly team and like to help all authors to reach a new audience when they're touring around. We often link our latest book group read to an author's new work, and invite them to make a guest appearance. Contact us if you're an author and would like to know more: hello@diallanebooks.co.uk
We hold monthly book groups in the shop for both adults and children. Adult book group is on a Saturday at 5pm; Children's book group is on a Sunday at 3pm. We sometimes have the author of the chosen read present, and we always promote lively discussion!
