Despite shrinking participation from bookstores, Canada's Authors for Indies Day, which puts authors to work at independent bookstores, is moving ahead. The event, founded in 2015, will take place on Saturday, with 87 stores participating. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2017-04-27 00:00:00 UTC ]
Managers at Austin's BookPeople bookstore and Brazos Bookstore in Houston are launching Texas Independent Bookstore Day. Slated for August 5, the event will highlight the role of independent bookstores in communities across the state. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2017-04-18 00:00:00 UTC ]
In partnership with the Book Industry Charitable Foundation, AdventureKEEN will give 100% of the profits from the sales of its books at independent bookstores, this June, to booksellers in need. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2017-03-15 00:00:00 UTC ]
The 25th edition of the Taipei International Book Fair takes place this week amid concerns of a decline in sales and the future for independent bookstores. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2017-02-08 00:00:00 UTC ]
This year’s bookstore finalists represent a broad range of independent bookstores, from across the country, both newer stores and long-established ones. The winner will be announced in March. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2017-01-30 00:00:00 UTC ]
A post-election sales bounce made for a solid Thanksgiving week at many independent bookstores. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2016-12-02 00:00:00 UTC ]
After independent bookstores saw a year of strong openings in 2014, the trend continued last year, with the ABA reporting that 60 new indies opened in 2015. In 2014, ABA members opened 59 stores. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2016-02-18 00:00:00 UTC ]
Oren Teicher, CEO of American Booksellers Association, and three booksellers discuss how low-cost of technology has enhanced the indie bookselling business. The post How Independent Bookstores Are Thriving in the Digital Age appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2016-01-22 00:00:00 UTC ]
Independent bookstores across the country are reporting a very positive year, with some stores citing double-digit growth in 2015. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2016-01-13 00:00:00 UTC ]
In addition to the shop-local movement, good weather and a strengthening economy boosted sales at many independent bookstores. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2016-01-08 00:00:00 UTC ]
Although retail sales over the Thanksgiving weekend often receive a lot of attention, the fourth quarter as a whole continues to be vital for independent bookstores. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2015-12-10 00:00:00 UTC ]
The last remaining chain bookstore in Washington D.C. is closing, meaning — at least in one American city — the independent bookstores have won. The post Washington, D.C: The City Without a Chain Bookstore appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2015-12-04 00:00:00 UTC ]
Bookseller Michael Evans sees great possibilities ahead for historic Lexington Market and Baltimore's west side, where his family has built a business over three decades.While other independent bookstores have shut down and even big chains have struggled to stay relevant in an age of ebooks,... Continue reading >> [ Source: Baltimore Sun | 2015-10-31 00:00:00 UTC ]
Sales at independent bookstores got a boost from breakout bestsellers and the adult coloring book boom. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2015-09-11 00:00:00 UTC ]
Despite dire predictions for independent bookstores just a few years ago, many are now thriving. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Christian Science Monitor | 2015-05-29 00:00:00 UTC ]
The author also recently donated funds for British and Irish schools as well as independent bookstores. 'I hope we’re able to increase awareness about the vital role that school libraries and librarians play in transforming lives and fostering a love for learning,' Patterson said of his new... Continue reading >> [ Source: The Christian Science Monitor | 2015-03-13 00:00:00 UTC ]
The author also recently donated funds for British and Irish schools as well as independent bookstores. 'I hope we’re able to increase awareness about the vital role that school libraries and librarians play in transforming lives and fostering a love for learning,' Patterson said of his new... Continue reading >> [ Source: The Christian Science Monitor | 2015-03-12 00:00:00 UTC ]
Independent bookstores across Canada reported that sales in 2014 were generally up, or at least comparable to 2013. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2015-01-30 00:00:00 UTC ]
A mild winter in many parts of the country, combined with the lowest unemployment in six years and significantly reduced gas prices, resulted in a strong holiday season at most independent bookstores. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2015-01-09 00:00:00 UTC ]
Author Jeffrey Stayton, whose first book is being published this February, recently sponsored a competition to select six independent bookstores as recipients of $250 grants. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Christian Science Monitor | 2014-12-20 00:00:00 UTC ]