RENOWNED comedian and author Robin Ince sold-out Carlisle's well-loved Bookends with an evening full of 'inquisitive laughter'. 

The presenter visited the bookshop and cafe on March 5 celebrating 'Bibliomaniac' - his book which documents his tour of bookshops and his profound love for them. 

Owner Lucy Matthews said: "Robin choose a selection of books from our shop and essentially nattered about them.  

"He has such an inquisitive and expansive mind and, as well as laughter, I think we all learned a thing or two as well!

"Thank you Robin - you really know your books and it was such a delight to host an event with you.

"Thanks to everyone who came along too - beautiful to see a sold-out event. 

"We also have signed copies of Robin's books in stock now," she said. 

The next guest on the line-up for Bookends is a home-grown talent and favourite, M W Craven. 

Join the bestselling crime writer in conversation as he launches the first book in his new series, introducing lone wolf protagonist Ben Koenig, on June 29. 

Tickets are available instore and online via www.bookscumbria.com