How America’s Oldest Bookstore Has Survived Across the Centuries

The tale of the Moravian Book Shop isn’t straight-forward. Founded in 1745, in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, it’s said to be the oldest continuously-running bookstore in America, yet it’s largely under the radar. It’s not a grande dame to whom homage must be paid; it’s never been the epicenter for new literary movements; nor was it a […] Continue reading at 'Literrary Hub'

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Bookstore News: August 8, 2017

Nashville gets a new bookstore; promoting bookstores as "places of ideas"; a Nevada store under threat of closing; and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Texas Indie Bookstore Day Deemed a Success

The first Texas Independent Bookstore Day set sales records at one Houston bookstore and was deemed a success at others across the state. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2017-08-07 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Bookstore News: August 4, 2017

Washington D.C. to get a new bookstore; New Jersey store opens; Seattle's arty new literary destination; and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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With Texas Indie Bookstore Day, Lone Star Booksellers Try Self Promotion

Texas Independent Bookstore Day, set to launch on Saturday, will feature booksellers throughout the state, with stores in Houston, Austin and Dallas participating. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2017-08-04 00:00:00 UTC ]
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The 19th Century Moral Panic Over … Paper Technology

In the history of information technologies, Gutenberg and his printing press are (understandably) treated with the kind of reverence even the most celebrated of modern tech tycoons could only imagine. So perhaps it will come as a surprise that Europe’s literacy rates remained fairly stagnant for... Continue reading at Slate

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Bookstores and libraries are the most popular ways to get books

Nearly 400,000 New Zealanders did not read a book in 2016, according to a Book Council survey. Continue reading at Stuff

[ Stuff | 2017-08-03 00:00:00 UTC ]
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PBS to Unveil America's Favorite Books in New TV Series

The summer 2018-slated Great American Read is an eight-part TV series that will explore the power of books in American society. The show will culminate with a list of the top 10 books ever written, according to the general public. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2017-07-31 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Bookstore News: July 31, 2017

An indie opens in Pennsylvania; a Hawaii bookstore changes scenery; poetry for Planned Parenthood; the bookseller on the Booker longlist; and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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What Little Free Pantries Say About Hunger In America

As a stopgap and communal gesture, the mini food donation boxes are great. But they also point out a much larger issue: Food insecurity is on the rise–and can’t be solved by charitable donations alone. Around two years ago, Jessica McClard noticed three Little Free Libraries–tiny,... Continue reading at Fast Company

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Bookstore News: July 25, 2017

An Italian bookstore pops-up in San Francisco; Iran opens a massive book garden; a Berlin bookstore closes after protests; and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Bookstore News: July 21, 2017

A new store opens in Oregon; Cape Cod bookstore earns plaudits; the Arizona bookseller taking on Amazon; an Oakland bookseller asks for help; and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Bookstore News: July 19, 2017

Inside Nebraska's beloved local bookstore; Baton Rouge indie goes on the block; the "Basil Fawlty" of bookselling calls it quits; and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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In Poland, Empik Banks on Smaller, Targeted ‘Mole Mole’ Bookstores

A major Polish retailer is betting on 'small format bookstores' and proliferating locations to make a success of its new Mole Mole bookshops. The post In Poland, Empik Banks on Smaller, Targeted ‘Mole Mole’ Bookstores appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Best Practices For Authors Who Want Their Book In Bookstores

One of the most thrilling experiences an author can have is walking into a bookstore and finding their book on the shelves Continue reading at HuffPost

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Bookstore Sales Pull Almost Even Through May

After a sluggish beginning to 2017, a three-month rally has made bookstore sales through the first five months of 2017 almost even with the comparable period in 2016. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Bookstore News: July 14, 2017

San Jose store hits a milestone; a library rebrands its bookstore; B&N gets a new head of retail; the bookstore that inspired Hogwarts; and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Bookstore News: July 10, 2017

A used bookstore opens in El Paso; Kansas pop-up may become permanent; Indiana kids store hits Kickstarter; Paris's Grande Dame; and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Bookstore News: July 6, 2017

ABA's Teicher reflects on 2017; the scheme that saved a Maine bookstore; San Francisco's Booksmith expands; Tennessee's new indie; and more Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Century to publish IKEA DIY hacks

Century is publishing "IKEA DIY hacks", a book from Jules Yap, founder of website IKEAHackers.net. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Summer Sales in Bookstores By the Water

While summertime means vacations and a break from the normal routine for many people, it is the busiest time of the year for seasonal booksellers—especially when your store is near the Great Lakes. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2017-06-30 00:00:00 UTC ]
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