Mar 05, 2014 the uks booksellers are gearing up to mark world book day, tomorrow 6th march with enthusiasm. Please do not purchase national book tokens they are a rip off a rant and a rip off warning relevant to us poor souls in the dystopian united kingdom. No, world book day book tokens can only be redeemed by children in participating bookshops and you should direct children to your nearest participating bookshop. Including waterstones, whsmith, blackwell, borders, books etc, british bookshops, easons, the works, john smith, methvens, maher, corbetts, david flatman, foyles, wesley owen, spck. In 2004, world book day extended its reach to the early years sector so that preschool children could receive book tokens too. An averagesized waterstones shop sells a range of approximately 30,000 individual books, as well as stationery and other related products. By continuing to browse the site you accept our cookie policy, you can.
Events at waterstones get you closer to the books and authors you admire most. World book day is the ideal moment for children to learn more about the books and authors they already love, and get to know the books and authors that will be a massive part of their future. Celebrate world book day with waterstones by young londonist 7th march 2019 27th march 2019 world book day is the ideal moment for children to learn more about the books and authors they already love, and get to know the books and authors that will be a massive part of their future. By continuing to browse the site you accept our cookie policy, you can change your. No world book day ltd is a small, registered charity. You may have entered a competition on the caboodle or the national book tokens site, or with a third party such as world book day or the irish book awards and opted in to marketing communications from national book tokens. Alternatively, you may have purchased a gift card online and opted in. National book tokens are sold and accepted for exchange in almost all uk bookshops, including all major chains. Well be keeping an eye out for some of the best costumes out there so please do tweet us your outfits for our world book day gallery. Find information and tickets about world book day celebration today.
Unfortunately all world book day vouchers have now expired and it is unlikely that an extension will be given at this stage. For a complete stockists search of over 2000 bookshops visit. Whsmith, waterstones, blackwell, british bookshops, eason, john smiths and hundreds of independent bookshops across the uk and ireland. To spend online, youll need both the gift card number and pin. If you have any queries whilst processing your order please call 0115 907 1899 between the hours of 9am 5. Well have story time from 10am for the wee ones and other activities throughout the day. Choose from our range of free and next day delivery options. Buzzfeed as is something for everyone interested in hair, makeup, style, and. Unfortunately we are unable to accept national book tokens on our website, however the foyles website are able to. On wednesday 27 th march, eleven lucky year 8 pupils travelled to the waterstones book store in birmingham city centre as part of the schools ongoing world book day celebrations.
Can i use paper gift vouchers andor book tokens on. Also welcome at most smaller independent book retailers, plus online via this site and others, making an impressive. Waterstones is the uks leading specialist bookseller comprising nearly 300 stores and offering an unparalleled range of books. World book day 2018 here is where can you use your. Waterstones dorchester will be holding activities after school, from 3. For a list of accepted payment methods on waterstones. Waterstones accused of massive letdown for world book day. National book token gift cards can be used in all good bookshops, including. Our waterstones gift cards can still be redeemed online at. We aim to interest and excite our customers and continually inspire people to read and engage in books. There is something for every age group, but you must redeem your national book token by sunday, march 29. Discover unique things to do, places to eat, and sights to see in the best destinations around the world with bring me. National book tokens gift cards are sold in bookshops across the uk and ireland.
Only one gift card can be used per transaction on waterstones. Whilst there is a balance left on your card, your gift card can be used in waterstones shops and online at waterstones. Mar 20, 2019 the wbd tokens can also be used to give you 1. You can get in touch with your local waterstones to find out more about their planned events. Waterstones gift cards buy online free delivery order. They can be bought for any occasion and spent in wh smith, waterstones, blackwell, eason, john smiths, foyles and all good independent bookshops across the uk and ireland, as well as online and on ebooks. This year world book day celebrates 20 years and will take place on thursday 2 march in the uk and ireland, although children will be able to spend their book tokens between 27 february and 26 march. Mar 03, 2015 children across the country are given tokens to redeem against a selection of free books. Mar 01, 2018 most high street book shops accept the tokens, including waterstones and whsmith. This includes waterstones, whsmith excluding travel outlets in stations and airport locations, blackwell, easons, john smith, foyles and local independent bookshops. Can i use paper gift vouchers andor book tokens on waterstones. A firm favourite with teachers, national book tokens are the perfect way to reward or motivate children during the prizegiving season and a great way of inspiring them to read. Booksellers prepare for world book day fun the bookseller.
The minimum amount required to activate or topup a gift card is. The site uses cookies to offer you a better experience. National book tokens gift cards cannot currently be spent on the whsmith or waterstones websites, in supermarkets, or on amazon. Tesco do accept national book tokens moneysavingexpert forum. National book tokens proud to sponsor world book day. The uks booksellers are gearing up to mark world book day, tomorrow 6th march with enthusiasm. Selling everything from bestsellers to magical childrens books, recommended historical biographies to great celebrity reads. Buy and spend national book tokens in thousands of bookshops including independents, waterstones, wh smith, blackwells and easons. National book tokens egift cards cannot currently be spent. World book day waterstones trip aston manor academy. Find information and tickets about world book day today. By continuing to browse the site you accept our cookie policy, you can change your settings. Plus if youve collected one of the world book day tokens from school you can exchange it in store for one of our very special one off world book day books. If you are having trouble locating a store that will take the tokens, you can use.
Please do not purchase national book tokens they are a. Books make an ideal gift for any occasion with the end of the school year approaching national book tokens make a great passing exams gift. Waterstones will make the reimbursement no later than 14 days after the day waterstones receives back from you the returned gift card. Celebrate world book day with waterstones the young londoner. Thats the joy of receiving a national book tokens gift card, which can be ordered online here and spent instore. Mar 06, 20 the courier contacted waterstones and a spokesman apologised to pupils.
Free personalised greetings card included in every order. Love2shop any value gift cards for waterstones are available in any denomination up to. As of february 2014, it employs around 3,500 staff in the uk and europe. World book day 2020 events at waterstones bookshops. An ideal gift for book lovers of all ages, national book tokens can be spent at hundreds of bookshops across the uk, from major chains to a host of local retailers. Coronavirus update to help prevent spread of the coronavirus, and to protect the wellbeing of our customers and staff, sadly waterstones will temporarily close its doors by the close of trade monday 23 march until further notice. Waterstones reserves the right to refuse to accept any gift card payment where it deems that a gift card has been tampered with, duplicated or where it is otherwise suspected to be affected by fraud. What do i do if my national book token has expired. World book day 2018 here is where can you use your national. World book day is funded by contributing publishers, the generous sponsorship of national book tokens ltd and other supporters, as well as the participating booksellers who fund the entire cost of the book token redemption. Frequently asked questions for national book tokens gift cards. Rauf, the bestselling and multiawardwinning author of the boy at the back of the class. Stock up on childrens books for world book day with this incredible offer that. That gives you a little over a week to visit your local bookstore and spend those.
Children are being urged to open a new chapter in their learning for world book day. Waterstones is preparing to inject the usual riot of colour, costumes and. Waterstones, formerly waterstones, is a british book retailer that operates 283 shops, mainly in the uk and also other nearby countries. Alternatively, you may have purchased a gift card online and opted in at that point. This article contains affiliate links, we may receive a commission on any. Or, why not say thank you to your teacher all teachers love books. Gift cards cannot be used to purchase gift vouchers, additional gift cards or book tokens nor can a gift card and any gift card balance be exchanged for cash. National book tokens serve as a terrific birthday presents for youngsters, encouraging them to discover the wonderful world of books.
Waterstones reading marks world book day reading chronicle. National book tokens are the only gift cards sold and accepted in bookshops across the uk and ireland, including waterstones, whsmith excluding most travel outlets, blackwell, eason, john smith, foyles and local independent bookshops. Thousands of bookshops across the country help make world book day what it is the biggest celebration of its kind anywhere in the world and the. The national book tokens website says no website currently accepts the tokens, but some shops are hoping to be able to do this in the future. Mar 01, 2018 the book tokens are valid from 26th february 25th march and can be used at participating retailers such as waterstones, sainsburys, tescos, morrisons and whsmith. With wellknown booksellers like waterstones, gladstones and whsmith, plus a range of quaint independent stockists accepting the tokens, your recipients have an endless choice of great reads. World book day at waterstones in dorchester claim free. And thanks to national book tokens, plus support from publishers and booksellers, world book day will be distributing over four million.
World book day 2020 in store with us on thursday 5 march spend your tokens on the. You can see a list of all participating stores and find the one closest to you here so that you can redeem your. National book tokens gift cards and egift cards can be spent in bookshops across the uk and ireland. Waterstones is preparing to inject the usual riot of colour, costumes and entertainment. The complete collection of a world book day 2020 books set dog man, amelia fang, matt haig,bing,supertato,anthony horowitz. To read more or find your nearest bookshop, visit the website, and follow on facebook and twitter. First bookshop has always been the main online distributor of uk book tokens delivered across the world, for use in the british isles. A heartfelt and humorous new story for world book day 2020 from onjali q. Find information and tickets about world book day 2020 today. World book day is coming up on march 7, and to the mark the occasion waterstones reading will be hosting a series of events. I cant get to a shop so can i claim my world book day voucher online. By continuing to browse the site you accept our cookie policy, you can change your settings at any time.
For a list of accepted payment methods see our online pricing and payments help page. Unfortunately, we do not currently accept national book tokens as payment. Waterstones is the uks leading bookseller and provides customers with the widest choice, great value and expert advice from a team passionate about bookselling. National book tokens are the only gift card welcomed by booklovers and bookshops everywhere. We regret to say that we cannot accept paper vouchers or book tokens as payment on waterstones. Children from local schools will be visiting the store throughout the. You will then be able to use your vouchers as payment when you go to pick up your order. Book tokens are sent out to schools each year in the hope that it will help more children to own a book of their own. Thanks to national book tokens and lots of lovely book publishers and booksellers, world book day, in partnership with schools all over the country, distribute. There, they went on an exclusive tour of the childrens book section, listened to an informative talk and were able to explore the shelves at their own leisure.
After that, your bookseller can no longer accept them. Waterstones is a key supporter of world book day and we have seen unprecedented demand for the special. Sorry youve missed this one search more events here. We use cookies to make our website work, analyse traffic to improve its performance, and tailor our advertisements to you.