The Future of Independent Booksellers
Various independent bookstore owners discussed the problems they face in competition with chain bookstores. Particularly the problem of attr… read more
Various independent bookstore owners discussed the problems they face in competition with chain bookstores. Particularly the problem of attracting a younger generation who grew up with chain bookstores and do not know how independent bookstores can differ from other bookstores. After their discussion questions were taken from the audience. close
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- Gerry Masteller Co-Owner Printers Inc. Bookstore
- Andy Ross Owner Cody's Books
- Neal Sofman Co-Owner Clean Well-Lighted Place for Books
- Jay Wiener Member Commonwealth Club of California
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