Reader discussion: The Haunted Bookshop

Public reader discussion about The Haunted Bookshop in the WeRead Catalog by Christopher Morley.

Books about books, libraries, bookstores

By Photon136

I randomly got it into my head to read stuff about books, libraries, and bookstores, so now I’m looking for suggestions. A few years back I read *The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry* and I really liked it. In the past month I’ve gone through *The Library at Mount Char*, *The Midnight Library*, and *The Library of the Unwritten*—I’m sure I’ve read more than that over the last few years, but I guess I didn’t keep track on Goodreads. For some reason, most of what I end up picking is fantasy, and honestly that’s totally fine. I love fantasy. That said, I liked *Mount Char* the most out of these by far. It’s going straight onto my “all-time favorites” list. *The Midnight Library* was more of a solid “meh” for me—I felt like it was a little too optimistic and wrapped up a lot of things way too neatly, even though the whole subject is messy. Not sure if that makes sense, but that’s how it felt. Anyway, I’d love more books that fit a similar vibe. It doesn’t have to be fantasy, but I’d prefer standalones if possible. I know there are big library-related series out there, but I don’t want to get stuck in one set of authors and miss other stuff too. I can do series if it’s really special. Thanks!

87/100 – “The Haunted Bookshop” by Christopher Morley – an entertaining and very quotable read 📚

By Panther7

Did you read the first one too?

Is there a good Horror book shop in the UK?

By FishDesert1988

I’m about half an hour from London, but I’ve never come across a proper bookshop where horror gets more than a single little shelf. And when it’s “half” the shop, it’s usually Stephen King or more fantasy/sci-fi than actual horror. The closest I’ve found is Waterstones in Brighton, but even that feels pretty small compared with the crime/thriller section. Anyone know any good hidden spots?

Best classic audiobooks?

By brown_brisk_patient

I’m trying to find some audiobooks of classic books—especially more literary fiction stuff. Just so you know, I’m not really into sci-fi or fantasy. If you need more details, I can probably clarify. Thanks! I just started listening to *Of Mice and Men* today, and I already have *Frankenstein* and *Dracula* on Audible. Also—prefer unabridged versions, please!

Excerpt game: location

By careful_bottle

I’m a little lost on these “rules” — like, who’s deciding them? Also, is the setting supposed to be a library or something? I don’t know, I might be missing something, but I’m trying to go with it because I still kind of like the idea.

Horror novels about books and booksellers?

By GerygoneAngioma750

I’ve been working in a used/antiquarian bookstore for almost a year now, and I’ve been trying to find more books like that. I already read and really liked The Overnight by Ramsey Campbell and The Book of the Most Precious Subject by Sara Gran. I’ve also watched the Ninth Gate movie. Does anyone have any other suggestions? I’d really appreciate it.

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The Haunted Bookshop by Christopher Morley

By amberfrog40

This short mystery is pretty smart, but also kind of indulgent in a fun way. I really liked the characters—sweet, but they somehow end up having more depth than I expected for something this brief. It feels like it does a lot with not many words. Also, it really seems aimed at people who love books.

Just finished reading the Haunted Bookshop

By faintLynx

I found it pretty interesting and honestly pretty easy to get through—would be a good fit if you’re into books, especially if you like collecting. I’m just surprised I haven’t seen it mentioned here yet. Anyone else already read it? What’d you think?

Mystery Bookshop book?

By OrbitScarf1985

Hey! I’m trying to track down a book I read, but I honestly don’t know the title or the author. I only remember a bunch of little details. I’m pretty sure it was a mystery (or at least had mystery stuff going on), and I think it was bookstore-related—like the main character either runs a bookstore or works there. The hardcovers were really pretty too. I remember the covers had plain blocks of color near the top and/or bottom (or maybe it was just a simple design), and then there was some kind of picture in the middle that matched what was going on in the story. I had four books, so I’m guessing it was at least a four-book series, but there might’ve been more. I’m not totally sure, but I think it was set in a small town, and there were maybe some family drama/feuds. Hope this helps—if you have questions, ask away and I’ll try to answer fast!