Tag Archives: bookstore

Bras Basah Complex: A Cool Place for Books, Stationery & Art Supplies

Posted on September 5, 2012 by bookjunkie

Bras Basah Complex has been around for ages, since I was a kid in the 80’s. It’s the place you go to for books and art supplies. I hadn’t visited this place for a few years and this time, everywhere … Continue reading →

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Epilogue Cafe at ION: Nice View, Disappointing Drinks

Posted on August 17, 2012 by bookjunkie

The only redeeming quality of the Epilogue cafe which replaces Jams cafe within the Prologue Bookstores (atas version of Popular) is the view and the fact that it’s a quiet place to have a peaceful break. The drinks were disappointing. … Continue reading →

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Duxton Hill: Littered with Books

Posted on May 18, 2012 by bookjunkie

Not my first visit to the lovely Bookstore at 20 Duxton Road, but it was the first little shop that drew me to Duxton Hill. After exploring the place, I discovered the Bookstore was just one of many delightful new … Continue reading →

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Massive Rush at Harris Bookstore (Somerset 313)

Posted on May 5, 2012 by bookjunkie

I was surprised to find Harris Bookstore full of people eagerly lugging as much as their arms could carry. Is the sale that great, I asked myself? Oh no, my next thought was, please not another closing down sale. Not … Continue reading →

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JCube: The Bookstore

Posted on May 4, 2012 by bookjunkie

There is actually quite a lot to see at the new Jurong Mall. Couldn’t fit it all in the previous post so I decided to spilt it up into a few posts. I am happy that there’s a Times Bookstore. … Continue reading →

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Children’s Section at Littered with Books

Posted on April 9, 2012 by bookjunkie

Browsing at the kiddie section inspired this post.

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An Utterly Charming Experience at Littered with Books (Duxton Hill)

Posted on April 8, 2012 by bookjunkie

I had been meaning to visit Littered with Books for the longest time, but I just never got around to it. I am so glad that I finally did. It’s a little bookstore located on Duxton Road, and places like … Continue reading →

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CNY 2012: VivoCity (& it’s Sad to See PageOne closing)

Posted on January 9, 2012 by bookjunkie

Another mall that’s buzzing with Chinese New Year festivities is VivoCity. There is an exhibition with vendors from China each year. If you need sweets for Chinese New Year, you can’t go wrong with St Michael’s (I know it’s M&S … Continue reading →

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Books & Tin Tin at 313 Somerset: Harris & HMV

Posted on October 4, 2011 by bookjunkie

I was excited when I spotted the Tin Tin Comics section at Harris Bookstore. The soft cover ones cost about S$14 each, and S$13 if you have one of those discount cards. But be warned. Tin Tin written 70 years … Continue reading →

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Harris Bookstore: Pink Voodoo Dolls & Books

Posted on September 18, 2011 by bookjunkie

Cute huh? Pink, girly Voodoo Dolls. Very interesting concept – eco friendly and super light paper wallets. At the Harris Bookstore at Somerset 313 there was a whole collection of manga by a Singaporean artist which I found captivating. This … Continue reading →

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Borders Bookstore at Parkway Parade

Posted on January 25, 2011 by bookjunkie

Takashimaya is my favourite bookstore in Singapore, but my next pick would be Borders and the Borders I like best is the one at Parkway Parade.  It just seems cosier than the one in town.   They have Cookie Monster … Continue reading →

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#78. Kinokuniya Bookstores in Singapore

Posted on January 20, 2011 by bookjunkie

At Kinokuniya, which I fondly call Kino, the largest bookstore in Singapore (Ngee Ann City) you can find almost any book as it carries half a million titles. I also love the smaller but cosier branch at Liang Court which … Continue reading →

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PageOne at VivoCity

Posted on December 4, 2010 by bookjunkie

Pretty vintage cards.   Gosh, Singapore is so low down on the list of happiest countries in the world. Denmark is looking real good.

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PageOne at VivoCity

Posted on May 16, 2010 by bookjunkie

I tend to gravitate towards bookstores. The allure of unread books draws me in. At VivoCity this would be PageOne. What’s lovely about this place is the strong element of natural light. The back and sides of the bookstore are … Continue reading →

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