Amazon's announcement of its second annual book sale coinciding with Independent Bookstore Day has sparked criticism from independent booksellers. While Amazon claims the overlap is unintentional, many believe the timing was deliberate to undermine smaller bookstores that rely on this key event for sales. Critics, including bookstore owners and industry leaders, argue that Amazon's actions are manipulative and harmful, exacerbating the challenges faced by independent retailers in a market heavily influenced by the tech giant's dominance.
"I'm sure if you were to reach out to Marlboro, they would tell you that it's just a coincidence that the heaviest cigarette smokers get cancer," says James Webster.
"It's cynical, manipulative, and cruel - and for what? Amazon has already put half the bookstores in the country out of business," says Andy Hunter.
"At best it's insensitive and at worst it seems like a tactic to hurt small businesses," says Allison Hill.
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