https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r add your discoveries en-us 2021-10-05 12:28:44 UTC 2026-01-20 10:02:28 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793631489 It’s a independent bookshop  in the heart of St Albans]]> 2021-10-05 16:04:49 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793631489 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793632642 Clear tabs which will lead you to important parts of their website.]]> 2021-10-05 16:05:11 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793632642 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793633019 2021-10-05 16:05:17 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793633019 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793633112 experiencing simple but qualitative content ]]> 2021-10-05 16:05:19 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793633112 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793635481 In terms of the website the layout seems more personal and homely compared to other bookshop websites like Waterstones which could be to reflect that it is a smaller and independent shop]]> 2021-10-05 16:06:02 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793635481 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793636152 They can help people find new books that they may like through bookclubs, subscriptions and their own blog.]]> 2021-10-05 16:06:14 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793636152 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793636768 2021-10-05 16:06:25 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793636768 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793637632 Website is clearly set out. Their social medias give a personable vibe and show information about upcoming events and book recommendations. ]]> 2021-10-05 16:06:41 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793637632 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793638462 They try their best to engage with their customers, such as gift vouchers, events and being able to customise your own book. ]]> 2021-10-05 16:06:54 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793638462 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793638676 2021-10-05 16:06:57 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793638676 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793639066 Unlike most book stores, they hold events and festivals.]]> 2021-10-05 16:07:05 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793639066 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793639448 2021-10-05 16:07:11 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793639448 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793640331 2021-10-05 16:07:28 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793640331 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793640966 Wide product range to cater to a diverse market but additionally have specific events to target certain segments effectively]]> 2021-10-05 16:07:38 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793640966 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793641291 2021-10-05 16:07:44 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793641291 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793641608 They have an online bookshop as well as in store. Reaches a range of consumers this way. Expanding their target market]]> 2021-10-05 16:07:50 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793641608 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793642146 2021-10-05 16:07:59 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793642146 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793643941 2021-10-05 16:08:32 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793643941 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793644104 Their Instagram posts use a lot of hashtags such as “#autumnreads, #bookstagram” to try and widen their audience by reaching out to other through relevant hashtags.]]> 2021-10-05 16:08:35 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793644104 bailey_dymock https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793644688 easy to find specific books]]> 2021-10-05 16:08:45 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793644688 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793645447 USP - Personal shopper experience where they sit and talk to you about interests and hobbies in order to find the perfect books and authors for consumers. Build a relationship between the brand and customer. Increases brand loyalty!]]> 2021-10-05 16:08:58 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793645447 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793645702 Site needs to be optimised for mobile]]> 2021-10-05 16:09:02 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793645702 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793645981 They do a shop podcast too making it accessible to different audiences and consumers with different preferences for how they like to have their digital experience]]> 2021-10-05 16:09:08 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793645981 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793646059 they have a two rooms within the shop: the traditional green room which includes newer books and the red room holds vintage and classic books ]]> 2021-10-05 16:09:09 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793646059 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793646695 2021-10-05 16:09:20 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793646695 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793647216 They have a really strong online presence! With more than 6k followers on Instagram, they have optimised the use of their online content as-well as their in store presence. They allow customers to enters stores in person to read content & subscribe to online and audio content making them successful from both digital and non-digital aspects ]]> 2021-10-05 16:09:31 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793647216 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793648207 Their Instagram advertises events such as book signing, storytelling for kids and talks with authors. ]]> 2021-10-05 16:09:47 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793648207 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793648251 On their Instagram captions they include the name of the person who is posting which makes it feel more personal and welcoming]]> 2021-10-05 16:09:48 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793648251 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793650365 Many links to their social media pages throughout the site, very integrated ]]> 2021-10-05 16:10:25 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793650365 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793653962 They are running a Festival of Culture where people can buy tickets to attend different events such as creative writing classes, musical performances and workshops.]]> 2021-10-05 16:11:32 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793653962 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793657622 2021-10-05 16:12:35 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793657622 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793658295 They sell packages to schools that include child friendly books, they encourage schools to purchase books from them by giving them a code to use at the checkout which gives them free delivery.]]> 2021-10-05 16:12:46 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793658295 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793661583 their blog & instagram provide books recommendations for people ]]> 2021-10-05 16:13:41 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793661583 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793666261 They do have various author signing campaigns ]]> 2021-10-05 16:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793666261 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793666943 On their Twitter page, they frequently ask their 1k+ followers to comment what books they’re reading along with giving their recommendations of any incoming books ]]> 2021-10-05 16:15:14 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793666943 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793668012 They are very active on their Facebook page, sharing the same posts that are on their Instagram. Meaning customers who follow their social media are up to date with what they have in the store and what is happening, e.g. events.]]> 2021-10-05 16:15:34 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793668012 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793668241 2021-10-05 16:15:38 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793668241 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793668945 2021-10-05 16:15:52 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793668945 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793675705 2021-10-05 16:17:58 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793675705 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793679955 The company’s website was optimised well for browsing on the computer. Although on the iPhone it looks clunky and freezes at times]]> 2021-10-05 16:19:15 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793679955 https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793680438 2021-10-05 16:19:24 UTC https://padlet.com/jjpressly/2vn7kf8rrvdpli6r/wish/1793680438