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Nov
Gallery: First look at Harrogate's newest bookshop
Harrogate's newest independent bookshop opened today (November 12), and we went for a look and spoke to the owner.
Real Indie Bookshop, on Parliament Street, is owned by Christina Gabbitas, an award-winning author.
She wants the bookshop to focus on promoting independently published authors as well as stocking familiar favourites. It will also sell vinyls.
As well as selling books, Ms Gabbitas wants to make reading more accessible. She's offering a 'pay it forward' scheme, where people can buy a book or gift card for a child whose family can't afford to buy one themselves.
There will also be events, such as storytimes for children and author signings.
To celebrate the launch, there is a raffle to win a hamper filled with signed books and memorabilia, including a Downtown Abbey guide signed by all the cast and a Harry Potter book signed by Imelda Staunton and Emma Thompson.
To enter the raffle, all you have to do is buy something at the shop. The draw will be on December 18.
Take a look inside the bookshop below.
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