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02 Mar

Seeking a Grand Formula for 'Main Street' Success

Officially, it is known as East Grand Avenue in District 16 in the city of St. Paul, Minnesota. However, to the residents of the Summit Hill neighborhood, Grand Avenue is much more than an address. Known as "the gem of the city," it is a pedestrian-friendly "Main Street" that is loved by the community for its rich, eclectic mixture of local retailers and its historic, charming character.

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02 Mar

Turning Tax Time Into a Plus: Participate in ABACUS

Now, as booksellers gather their financial data for tax season, is the perfect time to submit data to the 2006 ABACUS study through a newly designed and easier-to-use Web form. Completing the survey takes approximately an hour and in return ABA member booksellers receive valuable data that can help them build a more profitable business.

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02 Mar

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HarperCollins Launches Expanded Online Tools Program

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02 Mar

The Book or the Movie -- A New Club for Both

About a dozen people turned out for the debut screening/meeting of the Hamilton Book and Movie Club founded by Rob Stahl, general book manager of the Colgate Bookstore, in Hamilton, New York. The club is hosted by the Colgate Bookstore and the Hamilton Movie Theater, located across the street from the bookstore. Both businesses are owned by Colgate University.

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