Waterstones Swindon

Waterstones Swindon Books, Beautiful books, Informative books, Fun books, Sad books, Inspirational books and Gifts

Our lovely two-storey shop is located in the Brunel Shopping Centre at the heart of the town centre. The store boasts two easy-access floors that open out onto both levels of the shopping centre and is a great venue for book events. Customers love browsing individual 'rooms' and relaxing in one our comfy chairs in a calm atmosphere. We are especially proud of our great range of local History title

s, fabulous Children's and Teen department and our Science Fiction & Fantasy room complete with four bookcases of Manga!

🎲 Game Night Pick 🎲This week's game night recommendation is Flip 7 Vengeance.Fast-paced, competitive, and packed with un...
19/06/2026

🎲 Game Night Pick 🎲

This week's game night recommendation is Flip 7 Vengeance.
Fast-paced, competitive, and packed with unexpected twists, this is the kind of game that has everyone saying "just one more round!"

Easy to learn and quick to play, it's ideal for family gatherings, parties, or an evening with friends.

Pop in and grab a copy today!

🍊🐻 Paddington's Birthday is Nearly Here! 🐻🍊Did you know Paddington's birthday is coming up?To celebrate, we'll be hostin...
18/06/2026

🍊🐻 Paddington's Birthday is Nearly Here! 🐻🍊

Did you know Paddington's birthday is coming up?

To celebrate, we'll be hosting a special Paddington Storytime on Saturday 27th June at 10:30am.

Come along for stories, fun activities, and a morning dedicated to the bear from Peru himself.

Who will be joining us?

The Waterstones Debut Fiction Prize Shortlist for 2026 is here!! 📣🙌We are delighted to announce the shortlist for our fi...
18/06/2026

The Waterstones Debut Fiction Prize Shortlist for 2026 is here!! 📣🙌

We are delighted to announce the shortlist for our fifth Debut Fiction Prize – an award for exceptional first novels, voted for by our booksellers. Celebrating debut fiction in all its forms, the prize highlights the importance of discovering and championing new talent and acts as an extension of the alchemy of bookseller word-of-mouth recommendation.

This year’s six-strong shortlist represents once again the exciting scope of contemporary storytelling and ranges from a hilarious reinvention of the classic American family novel to a magical-realist journey through nine dramatic decades of Korean history. We also embark on an immersive adventure in history and imagination in a medieval king’s palace, witness the blossoming of forbidden love in a Catholic college, enjoy a glorious, heartfelt tragicomedy about five unforgettable siblings, and follow a moving exploration of friendship, loss and ecological change in the aftermath of the 2004 Boxing Day tsunami.

The winner will be announced on Thursday 16 July. Which ones will you be getting stuck into before then?! Let us know in the comments! 📚

🗺️ Non-Fiction Book of the Month 🗺️Our first non-fiction pick for June is This Way Up by Map Men.Full of fascinating fac...
18/06/2026

🗺️ Non-Fiction Book of the Month 🗺️

Our first non-fiction pick for June is This Way Up by Map Men.

Full of fascinating facts, surprising stories, and the unique humour that has made Map Men a favourite with millions, this is a brilliant exploration of the world around us.

Whether you're a geography enthusiast or simply love learning something new, this is an entertaining and informative read you'll keep dipping back into.

Pop in and grab your copy today!

☀️ CURRENTLY READINGSophie's currently reading The Sunshine Man and honestly can't put it down.Packed with tension, myst...
17/06/2026

☀️ CURRENTLY READING

Sophie's currently reading The Sunshine Man and honestly can't put it down.
Packed with tension, mystery, and Emma Stonex's incredible storytelling, it's easy to see why she's become one of the UK's most exciting crime writers.

Want to hear Emma discuss her latest novel in person?

🎟️ Book your tickets now - https://www.waterstones.com/events/emma-stonex-and-lv-matthews-in-conversation/swindon

📚 Book Club Pick 📚This month's Book Club selection is Broken Country by Claire Leslie Hall.A powerful and beautifully wr...
17/06/2026

📚 Book Club Pick 📚

This month's Book Club selection is Broken Country by Claire Leslie Hall.

A powerful and beautifully written novel exploring love, loss, family, and the choices that shape our lives. Richly emotional and packed with discussion-worthy moments, it's the perfect book to share with fellow readers.

Have you read it yet? We'd love to hear your thoughts.

Our Bookclub Date is - Thursday 25th June at 6.15pm

Book your free seat here - https://www.waterstones.com/events/fiction-book-club/swindon-167381

Pick up your copy in store today!

✨🌙 ACOTAR FANS, WE HAVE NEWS! 🌙✨With ACOTAR 6 proving so popular, we’ve decided to keep the A Court of Thorns and Roses ...
16/06/2026

✨🌙 ACOTAR FANS, WE HAVE NEWS! 🌙✨

With ACOTAR 6 proving so popular, we’ve decided to keep the A Court of Thorns and Roses celebrations going and host a Midnight Launch for ACOTAR 7!

If you missed out the first time around, now is your chance to join us for an evening of bookish fun, games and fellow ACOTAR fans as we count down to midnight together.

🎟️ We’d recommend grabbing your ticket sooner rather than later! - https://www.waterstones.com/events/acotar-7-midnight-launch-event/swindon

And for those hoping to attend our ACOTAR 6 launch, we’ve released a limited number of additional tickets—so be quick before they’re gone.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you all! 🦇✨📚

WaterstonesSwindon

🍦 Tiny Readers Tuesday 🍦This week's picture book pick is The Ice Cream Crocodile.A fun-filled story packed with laughter...
16/06/2026

🍦 Tiny Readers Tuesday 🍦

This week's picture book pick is The Ice Cream Crocodile.

A fun-filled story packed with laughter, colourful illustrations, and plenty of ice cream-inspired chaos! Perfect for little readers who love silly stories and big adventures.

A delightful storytime choice that is guaranteed to raise a smile.

📚 Don't forget our Storytime every Saturday at 10:30am!

💀 Teen Book of the Month 💀Our teen pick for June is Drop Dead Famous by Jennifer Pearson.Packed with mystery, humour, an...
15/06/2026

💀 Teen Book of the Month 💀

Our teen pick for June is Drop Dead Famous by Jennifer Pearson.

Packed with mystery, humour, and plenty of twists, this fast-paced adventure is perfect for readers who love a thrilling story that keeps them guessing.

Jennifer Killick has quickly become a favourite with young readers, and this latest adventure is no exception.

Pop in and grab your copy today!

🖤 BOOKSELLER FAVOURITE 🖤One of Sophie's favourite crime novels she's read this year?To Love a Liar by L. V. Matthews.Twi...
14/06/2026

🖤 BOOKSELLER FAVOURITE 🖤

One of Sophie's favourite crime novels she's read this year?
To Love a Liar by L. V. Matthews.

Twisty, addictive, and packed with shocking moments, it's the sort of book where you tell yourself "just one more chapter" and suddenly it's midnight.

🎟️ Come and hear L. V. Matthews discuss the novel on 2nd July.
https://www.waterstones.com/events/emma-stonex-and-lv-matthews-in-conversation/swindon

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3 Canal Walk
Swindon
SN11LD

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Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm
Saturday 9am - 5:30pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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