Following a second interview tomorrow morning I will more likely than not be working at a large chain bookstore for a few months (including, obviously, the holiday season). I've never worked in retail, or anything that required me to deal with the public for that matter. I'm not expecting it to be very difficult, but is there anything I should know?
posted by phrontist on Oct 12, 2009 - 29 answers

Before taking my used books to a used bookstore for sale or trade, should I erase the penciled-in prices inside the cover? [more inside]
posted by zardoz on Aug 5, 2009 - 12 answers

How do bookstores make money? [more inside]
posted by abdulf on May 10, 2009 - 58 answers

What are the best places in the Chicago area to sell used books, CDs, DVDs, and tabletop gaming materials? [more inside]
posted by korpios on Apr 24, 2009 - 9 answers

I'm looking for salary guidelines for a job outside my field that I'm interested in -- coordinating events and marketing for an indie bookstore. [more inside]
posted by Miko on Mar 19, 2009 - 15 answers

I have the week off and want to visit some great bookstores I haven't been to before. What are your favorites in Manhattan and why? Thanks.
posted by captainscared on Aug 26, 2008 - 18 answers

What specific qualities make for a truly good bookstore other than the content on the shelves?
posted by MrMerlot on Jul 4, 2008 - 32 answers

It's driving me mental. I *must* get Trent Parke's "Dream/Life" and "The Seventh Wave" photo books. They are nowhere for sale. Or are they? [more inside]
posted by neblina_matinal on Jun 24, 2008 - 8 answers

Where can I buy books on _tape_ in Sacramento?
posted by Ambrosia Voyeur on Jun 6, 2008 - 4 answers

Where are the good used book stores in Houston? [more inside]
posted by mrbill on Apr 17, 2008 - 14 answers

Is there anywhere to purchase Japanese magazines on Maui? Oahu is also on the itinerary - suggestions for good places there would be fabulous. [more inside]
posted by TauLepton on Feb 27, 2008 - 3 answers

I am in Tokyo as we speak, on business for two more days. I am in the Kayobacho district, one metro stop away from Ginza... though Saturday will see me taking an early train to Kamakura. I am looking for two things: an amazing toy store and an amazing bookstore. Suggestions?
posted by silusGROK on Jan 31, 2008 - 9 answers

Why do book advertisements say "available wherever books are sold"? [more inside]
posted by RogerB on Oct 30, 2007 - 14 answers

Should I have my diploma from my university put into a custom frame, or should I just buy one of the pre-made frames available at the college bookstore and do it myself? [more inside]
posted by debit on Jun 27, 2007 - 16 answers

Is there a good English library in Tokyo? What about used bookstores? [more inside]
posted by rsk on Jun 14, 2007 - 10 answers

I want to create an online bookstore using Amazon's associate program. I'm not a web programmer. Are there any super easy-to-use web design templates that simplify this process? Why on earth hasn't Amazon created an associate "bookstore automator", I wonder?
posted by sntamonica on Feb 9, 2007 - 2 answers

Anyone know of used bookstores in the Washington, DC area that give cash for books? Second Story and Idle Times do not. Thanks.
posted by mookieproof on May 25, 2006 - 10 answers

Where can I get used textbooks online... in Canada? [more inside]
posted by arcticwoman on Dec 13, 2005 - 4 answers

Where can I find a good computer/technical bookstore in Manhattan? [more inside]
posted by bingo on Aug 27, 2005 - 8 answers

Why do bookstores and libraries make me poop? [more inside]
posted by nitsuj on Jun 6, 2005 - 58 answers

I have several rare/autographed books that I'm interested in selling due to financial issues. I don't want to be ripped off. Help! [more inside]
posted by u.n. owen on Feb 28, 2005 - 12 answers

I'm looking for a large-ish general (or political) textbook store in, or accessible from, Boston, preferably one open on Saturdays and/or Sundays. Basically, I need to acquire the book "Comparative Politics: Notes and Readings" by Bernard Brown (9th Ed.) ASAP. [more inside]
posted by Firas on Feb 25, 2005 - 7 answers