Here's a preview of the first Indie Next List of 2009, now on its way to ABA member stores in the IndieBound movement, and a reminder that December Notable titles are now featured in a downloadable flier and shelf-talkers on BookWeb.org.
Key to the IndieBound movement is the involvement of not only indie bookstores, but all types of indie retailers, local business alliances, and community-minded citizens. So, taking that to heart, R.J.
Sometimes a good poster is worth a thousand manifestos. The IndieBound movement's eye-catching posters -- with their bold design and clever copy -- have communicated the spirit of IndieBound with a fun, persuasive verve since shoppers first began seeing "Eat Sleep Read" in bookstores in June.
For the eight-week period ending December 2, 2008, and based on sales at independent bookstores nationwide. 1. The Host Stephenie Meyer, Little Brown, $25.99, 9780316068048 2.
The tough economy is expected to take a toll on gift card sales this holiday season, according to the National Retail Federation, which is forecasting a drop in sales of about 5.6 percent even as the popularity and demand for gift cards grow.
The IndieBound movement is growing ... in bookstores and other independent retailers nationwide, online at IndieBound.org, and now on the social networking site Facebook.
ChicoBag Company, the creator of unique, reusable, brightly colored bags that compact easily into an attached pouch, is now offering special volume discount pricing for custom bags to ABA members participating in the IndieBound program.
Just in time for the busy holiday season, IndieBound.org has introduced a new E-Card feature. Visitors to IndieBound.org can now send electronic greetings featuring one of four animations based on IndieBound Holiday designs.
