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Persuasion
3 months ago
Books

What Independent Bookshops Really Sell

Independent bookstores have been resilient despite competition from online retailers like Amazon.
Consumers' desire for authentic and socially responsible options is driving the growth of indie bookstores. [ more ]
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Harvard Business Review
4 months ago
Business

How Local Businesses Can Compete with Larger Rivals

Local businesses can compete with online retailers by focusing on community engagement and strategic approaches to setting wages.
Reinventing a local business to serve as a community space can help it thrive amidst technological changes and big box competition. [ more ]
USA TODAY
4 months ago
Books

The Book Worm Bookstore unites self-love and literacy in Georgia

Local, independent bookstores are important in the face of political censorship.
The Book Worm Bookstore in Powder Springs, Georgia promotes self-love and literacy through unique events and a welcoming atmosphere. [ more ]
Harvard Business Review
4 months ago
Business

How Local Businesses Can Compete with Larger Rivals

Local businesses can compete with online retailers by focusing on community engagement and strategic approaches to setting wages.
Reinventing a local business to serve as a community space can help it thrive amidst technological changes and big box competition. [ more ]
USA TODAY
4 months ago
Books

The Book Worm Bookstore unites self-love and literacy in Georgia

Local, independent bookstores are important in the face of political censorship.
The Book Worm Bookstore in Powder Springs, Georgia promotes self-love and literacy through unique events and a welcoming atmosphere. [ more ]
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www.theparisreview.org
4 months ago
Books

The Paris Review

Paul Yamazaki, City Lights' chief buyer, played a significant role in shaping the bookstore's collection, specializing in poetry, literature, and left-leaning books.
Yamazaki focuses on creating a unique browsing experience by curating books that engage in conversations with each other on the shelves. [ more ]
Las Vegas Review-Journal
5 months ago
Books

5 independently owned bookstores to explore in Las Vegas

Barnes & Noble isn't the only bookstore option in Las Vegas.
There are five independently owned bookstores in Las Vegas that offer a variety of books and collectibles. [ more ]
Thrillist
5 months ago
Books

Find Your Next Great Read at the Most Beloved Independent Bookstores in NYC

Reading in print may improve memory retention compared to reading on a screen.
New York has a variety of independent bookstores with unique charm and a sense of community. [ more ]
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WDIV
7 months ago
Books

How used bookstores in Metro Detroit are creating, uplifting communities

Independent bookstores are thriving and have seen an increase in business, with more than 300 new stores opening in recent years.
Young people are actively supporting used bookstores and appreciate the low-tech, nostalgic atmosphere they provide. [ more ]
Axios
7 months ago
Books

Northwest Arkansas' literary scene is gaining traction

The demand for locally owned brick-and-mortar bookstores in Northwest Arkansas is increasing.
Independent bookstores in the area are serving as venues for local authors and meeting places for the literary community. [ more ]
WDIV
7 months ago
Books

How used bookstores in Metro Detroit are creating, uplifting communities

Independent bookstores are thriving and have seen an increase in business, with more than 300 new stores opening in recent years.
Young people are actively supporting used bookstores and appreciate the low-tech, nostalgic atmosphere they provide. [ more ]
Axios
7 months ago
Books

Northwest Arkansas' literary scene is gaining traction

The demand for locally owned brick-and-mortar bookstores in Northwest Arkansas is increasing.
Independent bookstores in the area are serving as venues for local authors and meeting places for the literary community. [ more ]
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