Three Booksellers Look Back.

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      UNITED States
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      AMAZON.COM Inc. 884745530 AMZN
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      RUBIN, Roberta; OLSON, Nancy; ROBIN, Larry
    • Abstract:
      This article discusses the future of independent bookstores in the U.S. and presents industry advice from bookshop owners including Roberta Rubin, Nancy Olson, and Larry Robin, who are either selling or closing their stores in 2012. Topics include the difficulties faced by independent stores with the rise of online retailer Amazon, the importance of having a specific book philosophy, and the impact of community programming on customer loyalty.