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Ebooks, Digital Preservation and a Nice First Edition
Tuesday, 27 Jul, 2010 – 7:10 | 3 Comments
Ebooks, Digital Preservation and a Nice First Edition

Frequently when I mention to someone my intentions to open a bookstore I will get an askance look and “why would you do that?” When I explain my various reasons the main objection I …

Are the Days of the Real Book Numbered?
Thursday, 24 Jun, 2010 – 9:08 | 3 Comments
Are the Days of the Real Book Numbered?

CAN THIS BE THE END?
BY
Brian W. Webster
I can feel the tremor of fear that runs through the book world with the advent of computered books and, to be honest I felt it too.
But a thought …

eBooks, Kindle and the Sweet Smell of Electronic Ink
Tuesday, 5 May, 2009 – 20:57 | 6 Comments
eBooks, Kindle and the Sweet Smell of Electronic Ink

When I tell people I write a blog about independent bookstores, the discussion quickly turns to e-books. Aren’t they the death knell for bookstores? Aren’t I beating a dead horse by promoting visiting and shopping at bookstores?

A Few Other Bookish Sites for You
Friday, 13 Jun, 2008 – 13:22 | 2 Comments

Of course we’re not the only folks writing about books and bookselling. Here are a few other tidbits for you.
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When You Are Engulfed in Flames by David Sedaris
… ‘David Sedaris’s ability to …