My love affair with Penguins began several years ago at a market stall in Oxfordshire. I spotted an array of cheap Penguins laid out before me, thus began a humble collector - setting myself a goal to acquire the first 100 Penguins in 1st impressions!

As my collection of Penguin Books grew, so too did my pleasure in acquiring and gifting titles to friends.  I soon began buying job lots at auction and from people downsizing and house clearances. This meant that I was often left with unwanted or duplicate titles - what was I to do with these boxes and boxes of lovely books?

Hence like most inventions, The Penguin Chap was born out of necessity. And in 2019, I made things official by joining the Penguin Collectors Society, and started selling my books in a professional capacity. Since then, I’ve taken great pleasure in sourcing titles for fellow bibliophiles the world over, and I am proud to say my store has appeared in ‘Homes and Antiques’ and ‘Reclaim’ magazines.

Whether you're searching for a scarce first edition, replacing a childhood favourite, or discovering a classic for the first time, you'll find a carefully curated selection of Penguin and Puffin Books, with something to suit every interest and budget.