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“Green” corporate book stores/sites? Think again.

Wednesday, July 15th, 2009

This little video on YouTube highlights the wastefulness and environmental impact of chain and online megabookstores – and, the advantages of shopping from independent bookstores.  I’d like add that used books are even more environmentally friendly, folks – so don’t forget to save some green and carbon by swinging by your local used bookstore (find [...]

The toilet paper analogy: how can local book stores compete?

Friday, March 27th, 2009

Independent bookstores: get beyond emotional, altruistic reasons if you want your customers to continue to support and grow your local business.