Author Mitch Johnson at Kett s Books in Wymondham
- Credit: Supplied by Ketts Books
As shops re-open we ask the people running some of our local independents what’s selling, what’s recommended and what they’ve loved reading during lockdown.
Tracy Kenny, manager of Kett’s Books in Wymondham, said: “It s just been wonderful to be able to throw open the door and watch customers so happy to come in. They are happy to be in town, and especially to be allowed to browse and discover books they didn t know they wanted. Chatting about those books, their kids, the dog - it s all good. It s great to be around people again.”
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Ms Morris, who grew up in the city with her family running the popular Elm Hill craft shop, said: The thing I was so excited for was walking into a book shop and finding it and that couldn t happen.
Writer and illustrator Lucy Morris with her book, The Song For Everyone, which is on display at The Book Hive in Norwich as part of their re-launch. Picture: Danielle Booden
- Credit: Danielle Booden
Also in pride of place on the wall is the shop s own blue plaque designed by artist and printmaker Paul Bommer.
The tiles when placed together create a medieval series of pictures with the wording A Fine Cittie and Floreat Norvicum , meaning Norwich will flourish. Mr Layte said it would be a permanent addition to the building.