Newcastle's first romance-only bookshop opens in Heaton
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Newcastle's first romance-only bookshop opens in Heaton

2 Aug 2026 · Originally published 2 Aug 2026 8/10 Original headline: Inside Newcastle's first romance-only bookshop that is attracting huge queues
Bella Welsh has opened The Sinful Spine on Heaton Road, a shop dedicated to romance novels that also serves as a community space with a bar and reading nooks. By stocking titles from independent authors and hosting regular events, the store aims to provide a local hub for readers to connect over the genre.
Source: Chronicle Live Tyne And Wear
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