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 ]
'Here's to local governments waking up to the fact that bookstores and libraries are essential to our way of life,' Patterson said in a statement. 'Here's to media coverage of books, booksellers, and publishers, and to a wiser, more literate America.' Continue reading >> [ Source: The Christian Science Monitor | 2014-12-18 00:00:00 UTC ]
'Light' was published in May but has stayed visible due to acclaim like a nomination for the National Book Awards. Now many independent bookstores say Anthony Doerr's novel is one of their top sellers. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Christian Science Monitor | 2014-12-11 00:00:00 UTC ]
Overall, Black Friday sales are said to have dropped this year, but some independent bookstores reported strong sales on Friday and Saturday of the holiday weekend, even as they celebrated the Indies First bookstore initiative. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Christian Science Monitor | 2014-12-02 00:00:00 UTC ]
Indies First, in which authors appear at independent bookstores and sometimes work as booksellers, will be happening again this year on Small Business Saturday. Take a look at who's signed up. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Christian Science Monitor | 2014-11-25 00:00:00 UTC ]
For anyone worried that independent bookstores are struggling, the upbeat mood at the Southern California Independent Booksellers Association show painted a reassuring and hopeful picture. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2014-10-20 00:00:00 UTC ]
Writer Kate Brittain has created a one-stop database of America's independent bookstores, Better Place to Buy Books. She estimates that there are over 2,300 indie bookstores in the USA. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2014-08-21 00:00:00 UTC ]
Publishers simply cannot function without independent bookstores, notes Tom Roberge of New Directions as he reflects on the Amazon/Hachette battle Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2014-08-18 00:00:00 UTC ]
Poland's two largest bookstore chains, Matras and Empik, are adding new services and plan vast expansions amid a shrinking number of independent bookstores. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2014-07-15 00:00:00 UTC ]
When we asked you to share anecdotes and photos of your favourite independent bookshops, the stories poured in. From romance surrounded by Shakespeare to an encounter with a falconry-loving policeman, here is a selection of your bookshop memoriesSee all the contributions and add your own on... Continue reading >> [ Source: The Guardian | 2014-06-18 00:00:00 UTC ]
Wednesday’s BookExpo panel on the future of bricks-and-mortar retailing couldn’t have been scheduled at a more auspicious time for indies: the day after the American Booksellers Association announced a resurgence in the number of independent bookstores. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2014-05-29 00:00:00 UTC ]
This year several independent bookstores have tried putting their weight behind a single title in an effort to see if they can move the sales needle through strong, but quick, promotional efforts. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2014-04-16 00:00:00 UTC ]
After the success of the Indies First movement this November, in which authors worked at independent bookstores, the newest event is called Storytime Day. Spokesperson Kate DiCamillo urges authors to read a story at their local bookstore. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Christian Science Monitor | 2014-02-27 00:00:00 UTC ]
Love him or hate him, you can't fault James Patterson for his generosity, as he's giving some $1 million of his money back to independent bookstores. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2014-02-24 00:00:00 UTC ]