Welcome
Welcome to Maldon Books, an award-winning independent bookshop located in the heart of Maldon, Essex.
We’re a family-run bookshop, nestled in at the top of the high street with a beautiful view of All Saint’s Church. We stock a wide range of titles for both children and adults of all ages, across a variety of genres. We also sell cards, gift wrap and jigsaws, and all sorts of suitably bookish gifts.
Maldon Books is open for browsing seven days a week, and our experienced booksellers are on hand to help you find the perfect book, whether it’s a gift for a loved one, or a treat for yourself.
If you’re not able to make it in for a visit, head to our online store for a selection of our bestselling titles and highly recommended reads…
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News & Events
Event: James Canton in conversation with John Buchanan
We’re thrilled to invite you to our first event of 2023! Join us on Wednesday 8th February for an evening talk and book signing with James Canton on his new book, Grounded: A Journey into the Landscapes of Our Ancestors. James will be joined by John Buchanan, author of Wildlife of Maldon. Both authors’ …
Maldon Christmas Fayre: Book Signing with Three Local Authors
Join us for a very special evening on Thursday 24th November, where we’ll be joining our friends and fellow businesses at the Maldon Christmas Fayre! We’re so excited to welcome three wonderful local authors for an evening book signing at our bookshop. From 7pm, Wanda Whiteley, Barrie Jaimeson and Owen …