Books2Door Blog

The magic of Peter Rabbit has inspired generations of children, with a timeless quality that reflects the magic of childhood and the wonder of the Lake District. Peter Rabbit and his friends are passed down from mother to child and are discovered anew by readers, every day. Peter Rabbit is the perfect book gift for Easter. [...]

Where does the time go? It's almost Easter and the school holidays are upon us. Of course, it's always nice to have the kids back home but what are they going to do? Not to worry, we've put a list together full of our favourite Easter Holiday activities and books. Events and things to do: [...]

It's April Fools Day and we want to know your little comedians funniest jokes. Here are some of our favourite book jokes: My father gave me a really cheap dictionary for my birthday… I couldn’t find the words to thank him. What do librarians hang over their babies’ cribs?… Bookmobiles. What has a spine but [...]

Are you looking for a gift for Mum? Take a look our selection of the best Mother’s Day books she’s sure to love, from the Bronte Collection and Hug in a Box. How are you showing your Mum how much you appreciate her this year?   Hug in a box Book and Toy Collection   [...]

It's National Shakespeare Week and we're celebrating all things Shakespearean. William Shakespeare was an English poet, playwright and actor born in Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire in April 1564. He was married at the age of 18 to Anne Hathaway and they had three children together; Susanna in 1583 and twins Hamnet and Judith around 1585. It's been over 400 [...]

On Friday, 15th March it's Red Nose Day and people across the UK will be fundraising in the name of Comic Relief. Have you got your big red nose yet? Visit the official Comic Relief website to support the fundraising efforts. You can download a FREE fundraising pack here, if you need help hosting a [...]

The worlds biggest book party is just around the corner and we’ve put together some of our favourite costume ideas we think you’re going to love. We’re offering free delivery on all orders when you buy a World Book Day book. Head over to our World Book Day page  and add your favourite title [...]

Who doesn’t love a day dedicated to books? World Book Day is just around the corner and it’s almost time to celebrate all thing bookish. Each World Book Day children up and down the country dress up as their favourite book characters and express their love of reading with their £1 book tokens and can [...]

Celebrate Harry Potter Book Night! Today is Harry Potter Book Night and it’s time to celebrate all things Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and wizardry. Harry Potter Night is all about passing on the magic of JK Rowling’s incredible books to a whole new generation of readers as well as celebrating with the biggest Harry Potter [...]

Hopeless Heroes is a fun-filled series about Greek mythology, adventure and what it means to be a hero. This five-book collection follows the adventures of Tim Baker as he travels back in time and meets legendary Greek Gods. Only, sometimes they make his life a little complicated. Readers aged 6+ will love diving into the [...]

Enid Blyton is one of the most beloved children’s authors and her stories have been capturing the imagination of new readers for generations.  From The Famous Five to The Secret Seven everyone has a favourite Enid Blyton book.   Enid Blyton was born in London on the 11 of August 1897, over 120 years but [...]

As we say hello to 2019, we take a look back at your favourite books of 2018. From Winnie the Pooh to the adventures of Alex Rider, the classic stories of Enid Blyton and the mysteries of Tintin. This list has a book for everyone! If your favourite book of 2018 isn't on this list let us [...]