AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoIndependent Bookstores: The American Booksellers Association says independents are expanding fast, with membership up more than 500 to the highest level since the late 1990s—proof the “bookstores are dying” story is outdated. Rare Books & Culture: Australia’s World of the Book returns with 300+ rare works, spotlighting major women writers and including a newly acquired first edition of Jane Austen’s Emma. Book Retail & Tech: Amazon’s Kindle feature changes and e-book ownership concerns keep sparking backlash, while shoppers compare Prime vs Walmart Plus for savings and delivery speed. Local Publishing Moments: A Seoul bookstore curated by Nobel laureate Han Kang closes after eight years, and a Kansas City church history “coffee table” book gets a second printing due to demand. Crime & Reading Picks: Michael Connelly’s new Ironwood launches a fresh LAPD-linked case, and readers share standout 5-star books across fantasy, historical fiction, and literary fiction. Big-Stage Sports Tie-In: Messi’s record-setting World Cup comeback drives more mainstream attention to sports storytelling and fandom.
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