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Let's grab coffee and see if our hearts beat in sync We are the UK's oldest LGBT+ bookshop, opening in January at 66 Marchmont Street. Online and in shop, we provide meeting space for community groups and resources. Want an alternative to Amazon? Or to buy a non-LGBTQ book? We've got our own shop front on UK. All purchases through our link mean we get 30% of the sale.


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    Let's make it a good one Based in London, Gay's the Word is a special bookshop, not only for its history but for providing a safe and inclusive place for queer citizens, no matter their age. It's one of the oldest dedicated bookshops in the U.K. for LGBTQ+ people and books representing the community.



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