Will the independent bookstore survive?

By Thomas Fudge / Science and Technology Reporter, KPBS Public Broadcasting

Published May 24, 2006 at 9:00 PM PDT

This story was published more than 19 years ago.

Host Tom Fudge explores the health of the independent bookstores in a competitive market of chains, superstores, and internet sales.

Will the independent bookstore survive?

Host Tom Fudge explores the health of the independent bookstores in a competitive market of chains, superstores, and internet sales.

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Laura Miller is the author of Reluctant Capitalists: Bookselling and the Culture of Consumption .
Tim Cavanaugh is a columnist and web editor for Reason magazine and Reason.com.
Amy Pickell is the events coordinator for Warwicks bookstore in La Jolla. She also sits on the board of the Southern California Booksellers Association.

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A journalist with 30 years of experience, Tom covers science and technology stories for KPBS' platforms. He has received recognition for his outstanding work in hosting and public affairs reporting from the Unity Awards, the Northwest Broadcast News Association, and the San Diego chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists.

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