Bookspeed Blog

Welcome to the Bookspeed Blog! We have big plans to share so much with our customers about us as a company, trends, key books and everything in between. Here at HQ, we have a wealth of knowledge accumulated from working in the industry for over 30 years and we thought it was about time we shared it with you.

40 years of putting books into the world

6th July 2026

Bookspeed turns 40 this year, so we've been reminiscing. Co-founder Annie Rhodes reflects on how it all started, and the challenges she encountered along the way.

What to expect from Bookspeed at the Home & Gift Buyers’ Festival

23rd June 2026

Why a visit to our stand at the Home & Gift Buyers' Festival in Harrogate, is the perfect pitstop for autumn/winter range planning.

Tips for making your range LGBTQ+ inclusive

9th June 2026

Whatever the retail space, customers increasingly expect to see diverse voices and experiences reflected in the products they buy. We’ve put together a few tips on bringing thoughtful representation to your shelves this Pride Month and beyond.

Building a book range for the Scottish tourist and heritage market

5th June 2026

We asked Bookspeed's Angus Reid to share his thoughts on what makes a great book range for the Scottish tourist market.

How to create a men’s gifting table

11th May 2026

We often hear from retailers that men’s gifting can be tricky. We chatted with Gavin, Bookspeed’s Senior Sales Manager, to get his advice on creating visually striking men’s gifting tables without going overboard on extra product.

Range refresh tips for summer holiday season

17th April 2026

A new season is prime opportunity to increase average transaction value with some simple range tweaks. We’ve gathered some suggestions to help you maximise summer sales opportunities.

Behind the collection – Mediterranean Style

16th April 2026

Shaped by our team’s expert product knowledge and close eye on the market, our new Mediterranean Style collection captures the essence of aspirational summer living. Jen tells us more about the thinking behind it, from customer aspirations to the themes and aesthetics defining the season.