MEDINA BOOKSHOP ONLINE
Committed to supporting the creative community on the Isle of Wight,
Medina Books is a small independent bookshop on Cowes High Street.
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Medina Bookshop Events
Forthcoming Events
Alasdair Roberts
Alasdair Roberts
We are honoured and very excited to be presenting one of the most captivating and original performers on the folk-circuit. With perfectly sparse guitar playing accompanying his singular Scottish voice, his delivery is direct and true.
George Boomsma
George Boomsma
In conjunction with Vecta Music, Medina Bookshop is proud to present a n original young song-writing talent with an enchanting voice.
Brighstone Barnacles
Brighstone Barnacles
An evening of Shanties and popular song, sung with gusto by this talented group of male singers.
‘Leeward’ Book Launch
‘Leeward’ Book Launch
Join us for a glass of wine as we toast the launch of this fabulous new book by local author Katie Daysh. This will be your first chance to pick up a copy of the book and get it signed.
CHRIS WOOD
CHRIS WOOD
Join us for an evening in the company of one of the very best contemporary song-writers. His acutely observed and beautifully arranged slices of domestic life are delivered quietly but with a sharp tongue, a compassionate eye and a musical dexterity that singles him out...
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Isle of Wight Book Awards
Medina Bookshop are delighted to be the main sponsors of the brand-new Isle of Wight Book Awards.
Medina Bookshop at Isle of Wight Literary Festival
It's with great pleasure that we can announce that we will be the official bookseller at this year's Isle of Wight Literary Festival. Now in their 10th year the festival promises to be the best yet with a great line up of authors including Tracy Borman, Alan Johnson,...
Not sure what to read next? Our new volunteer, Macy, has got you covered. She has reviewed her four favourite reads below. The Queen's Gambit by Walter Tevis Fans of the Netflix series should seriously consider reading the novel on which it is based. The...
By Stephan Roman
Isle and Empires
The tumultuous story of the Romanovs and their enigmatic relationship with Britain is brought to life in Stephan Roman’s Isle and Empires. This new book explores the misunderstandings, suspicions and alliances that created an uneasy partnership between two of the world’s most powerful Empires.
In this updated edition, the author asserts that ‘It is important that we understand the history of the British relationship with Romanov Russia if we are to make sense of what is happening today.’
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Other Books
It all Started with a Hole in the Ground
This book is a collection of memories from the many people who put their efforts into making the West Wight Sports and Community Centre.
Inside Parkhurst
After 28 years working as a prison officer, with 22 years at HMP Parkhurst, once one of Britain’s most high security prisons. Inside Parkhurst is his raw, uncompromising look at what really goes on behind the massive walls and menacing gates.
Queen Victoria: Her Life & Legacy
A journey in gloriously-coloured images through one of Britain’s greatest eras -the age of Victoria.
Reading gives us someplace to go when we have to stay where we are
– Mason Cooley
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