QUEER BOOKSHOPS IN WALES
Shelflife Books and Zines
Shelflife Books and Zines is not exclusively queer bookshop. It is a not-for-profit radical bookshop in Cardiff that works with independent publishers and DIY zine-makers to create a space for marginalised and under-represented voices. The bookshop was found by a passionate bookseller Rosie Smith, who believed there was a market for an independent bookshop of this type in Wales. The bookshop has plans to create space for events and meetings. This will make your stay at the bookshop very interesting.
Location: The Castle Emporium,
Womanby Street,
Cardiff,
CF10 1BS
https://www.shelflifebookshop.com/
Paned o Gê
This is a social enterprise designed to highlight, promote and celebrate LGBTQ+ talent and creators. It features interesting events including author discussions and signings. It is an exciting destination for queer book lovers.
Location: 2 – 4 Royal Arcade
Cardiff
CF10 1AE
Gay On Wye
Gay On Wye which was opened in August 2023 is primarily aiming at becoming a vibrant hub for the community, with author talks, book signings, book clubs, cultural gatherings, and more. This is a place that LGBTQ+ book lovers should visit always.
Location: 3 Lion Street,
Hay-On-Wye,
Powys
HR3 5AA
https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/gayonwye
Gayberystwyth Books
Gayberystwyth Books is an LGBTQ+ bookshop located in the ancient Aberystwyth Market Hall. Though it may not be among the very big names in the queer book industry this is still an interesting destination you can begin to patronize as an LGBTQ+ book lover.
Location: Unit 8, Aberystwyth Market Hall,
Upper Darkgate Street,
Aberystwyth
https://www.instagram.com/gayberystwyth_books/
