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C
arson’s Bookshop
has ‘turned a new
page’ in its long history with proprietor
Greg Hampton now at the helm – taking over
from Pat and the late Vince Mravicich.
“I’ve always wanted to run a bookshop, and the
opportunity to be a part of the Carson’s legacy
is a dream come true.” Greg is only the fourth
owner since Carson’s first started serving the
Coromandel over 100 years ago.
Greg promises not to meddle too much
with the beloved institution. “Carson’s has a
well-deserved reputation for having a terrific
range of books and providing great service
– that won’t change. But people will notice
improvements over the coming months as we
give the shop a facelift.”
Open 7 days, Carson’s will continue to stock
leading fiction and non-fiction, local titles, travel
and study guides, a comprehensive Maori
section and of course, an engaging range of
fabulous children’s and young adult’s books.
“Staff are always happy to order a title if it’s
not in store,” says Greg. “And it will soon be
possible to order online via our website, with a
quick turnaround.” He also hints that there may
be a few more surprises to come. “Watch this
space,” he adds with a smile.
INDEPENDENT BOOKSHOP
EST. 1906
SERVING BOOK LOVERS FOR OVER 100 YEARS
Let’sjust give them a full
page.
ok.
looks like Carson’s
and Read bros had
logos designed by
same person
pages are looking
too much alike.
hmm... beige brown.
CARSON’S BOOKSHOP
600 POLLEN STREET, THAMES • 07 868 6301
Visit Carson’s on Facebook for latest titles & events.
New owner, Greg Hampton, bought
Carson’s Bookshop in March.
THE SAME BUT DIFFERENT...
New Owner Takes Over Thames Icon
The Coromandel’s Destination Bookshop
“So many books...
so little time”
Frank Zappa
MUST READS
The Wish Child:
A
deserving winner of New
Zealand’s top award for
fiction, this fascinating story
follows two children living
in Nazi Germany. Catherine
Chidgey’s long awaited 4th
novel is a profound yet lyrical
story told through the voice
of a mysterious narrator.
By Catherine Chidgey, $30.00.
The Essex Serpent:
Has the winged serpent
of local legend returned
to the Essex village of
widower Cora Seagrave?
Sarah Perry’s second
novel is a gothic Victorian
romp that has gathered
the top garlands at the
British Book Awards. By
Sarah Perry, $24.99.
CY:
This intriguing science fiction novel was
published posthumously as a tribute to its
author, Thames-born Matt Coley. Matt died
after a single punch to his head during a
night out in Invercargill last year. His parents
found the hand-written novel in his flat and
compiled the book in his memory, launching
it officially at Carson’s in April. The story is
set in the Coromandel as well as Egypt, Sri
Lanka, Pompei & Silicon Valley.
By Matt Coley, $29.99.
Moo and Moo and the Little Calf Too:
A delightful depiction of the story of the
Kaikoura cows that became famous when
they were left stranded as the hills collapsed
around them. Lively text, colourful illustrations
and a happy ending makes
this an engaging tale of
triumph over adversity.
Written by the owner of the
farm where the cows still
live. Story by Jane Milton,
illustrated by Deborah
Hinde, $19.99.
est. 1906
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