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fromThe Mercury News
1 day ago

Books Inc. finds buyer in effort to keep doors open

Barnes & Noble Booksellers, a retailer that itself has closed some stores, has emerged as the sole candidate to buy Books Inc., according to documents on file with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court. Barnes & Noble agreed to pay $3.25 million, according to a letter of intent dated July 7. The potential purchase appears to be an all-or-nothing gambit to survive, a court filing by Books Inc. Chief Executive Officer Andrew Perham indicates. Books Inc. filed for bankruptcy in January.
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fromPolygon
3 months ago

Tiny Bookshop made me miss being a bookseller

Tiny Bookshop offers a relaxing simulation of bookselling, allowing players to enjoy the cozy aspects of the profession without the real-life pressures.
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fromVulture
4 months ago

'It's Cynical, Manipulative, and Cruel'

Amazon's book sale coincides with Independent Bookstore Day, raising concerns over its impact on independent bookstores.
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