For collectors we offer a variety of books and annuals in most areas, including Girl's/Boy's school, W E Johns, R Crompton and D C Thompson. We also carry a selection of older illustrated books, dating from the 1920s and earlier. Our speciality is twentieth century fiction.

We pride ourselves on knowing what books we have in stock, and on being able to identify difficult books and authors. Details of all but the cheapest books are stored on computer and are available on this website.

Our catalogue is available on-line, where you can search by title, author and other criteria, and purchase any book shown there using the secure order form provided.

We offer a world-wide postal service, and also operate a free Booksearch service for books that we do not currently have in stock.

If you wish to visit The Children's Bookshop, see our directions page for maps, links to bus and train journey planners and other information on how to get to Hay on Wye and The Children's Bookshop.

For those who wish to stay in Hay on Wye, there is a wide range of accomodation available in and around the town. We recommend The Rhydspence Inn, an excellent hotel and restaurant just outside of Hay on Wye.

Hay on Wye has many other second hand bookshops, and there is a web site devoted to the town and its lively book trade. See our Links Page for links to other Hay on Wye bookshops and also to various societies, clubs and other related sites.