Gay's The Word
Overview
Gay's The Word was the first bookshop in Great Britain to be totally devoted to gay literature, and sells books on subjects including political, historical, philosophical and sexual perspectives on homosexuality.
Practical Information
66 Marchmont Street, Bloomsbury, London, WC1N 1AB
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+44 (0)20 7278 7654
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Gay's The Word
- Address
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66 Marchmont StreetBloomsburyLondonWC1N 1AB
- Telephone:
- +44 (0)20 7278 7654
- Public transport:
- Russell Square, Underground
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Latest 3 reviews of Gay's The Word
I love books. None of this online, kindle malarky for me. I love the smell of new books, the feel of being the first one to open their pages and devouring them in one sitting. I love Gay's the Word, and it's so nice to see a gay-centred bookstore in London, managing to keep Amazon and Borders at bay.
Their collection on gay politics, both of the US and Britain, made my heart sing; had I not...more
I went here when studying queer theory at uni and was completely charmed by the place. It's tucked away on a really cute little road near Russell Square and inside, it's the type of place you feel happy and welcomed to browse in.
The man behind the counter was really friendly and helpful, and we ended up chatting for a good while about the essay I was researching for.
I went in looking for...more
I come to Gay's the word for all my gay magazine needs.
Not my pornographic needs, this is a proper bookstore. Wink.
Anyway, this store has a great selection of Gay themed books and magazines. It's a really nice place to have a browse around and pick up a copy free copy of Boyz. I also saw this book I want about Femme Lesbians. It's been advertised around.
The staff is really helpful here...more