Waterstone's "understocked" claims Daunt

Written By: Roger Tagholm Publication Date: Fri, 20/05/2011 - 11:50 In words that will be possibly be pinned up in sales directors’ offices up and down the land, Waterstone’s in-coming chief James Daunt said he believes current stock levels are too low throughout the chain. “There are simply not enough books in the shops. Having a well capitalised business means we can address that.” read more Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2011-05-20 00:00:00 UTC ]

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