We sell escapes to great places, far away lands, exotic locales.
We sell encouragement, advice, wisdom, help and instructions.
We sell happiness, laughter, good times and good feelings.
We sell introspection, spirituality, philosophy and visits with God.
We sell death & dismemberment, murder & mayhem, horror & monsters.
We sell space exploration, time travel, aliens and new worlds.
We sell history made and in the making, war and triumph.
We sell romance, love and courtship - human and alien.
We sell thrills, chills and excitement for young and old alike.
We sell what you're looking for.
Visit us - you won't be sorry!
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
What?! No, we're NOT Barnes & Nobel!
One of our customers asked me if I wanted to be like Barnes & Nobel - I think I might have been insulted. Something I learned a long time ago - don't go where you're not wanted! I have no desire to be one of the 'big box' stores.
What I do want, and have been striving to attain for the last fourteen years is to be exactly what people want in a used bookstore! I think I have it a pretty good idea of what you guys are looking for -
This Not this
I'm feeling like we're pretty close to having what you want *big grin!* -- If you need\want anything else you'll let us know, right?
What I do want, and have been striving to attain for the last fourteen years is to be exactly what people want in a used bookstore! I think I have it a pretty good idea of what you guys are looking for -
This Not this
I'm feeling like we're pretty close to having what you want *big grin!* -- If you need\want anything else you'll let us know, right?
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
We Love January!
January at the bookstore is a great month - all the people who got gift cards for Christmas come in to collect their loot. People buying stuff with someone else's money is truly a fun thing to watch!
January is also our time to make changes to the store - we go through the inventory - clear out the old stuff, rearrange the stuff that needs more (or less!) space, add new stuff and generally check the lay out. I love this part of the job because it makes everything seem new again.
The other good thing about January, it's when I start to look for new authors to read. I don't want to get stuck in a Reading Rut ~ only reading one or two authors that I love and waiting in frustration for their next book to come out. I read reviews, talk to the customers, listen to the book channel on my XM radio in the car and visit all the bookstores. The goal is to find at least five new authors - these can be authors who have been around a long time or the newbies on the bookshelves.
So far this year's list is shaping up pretty well --
Jenna Blum ~ Those Who Save Us
John Hart ~ The Last Child
David Liss ~ several titles of historical mysteries (I can't wait!)
Nancy Taylor Rosenberg ~ legal thrillers that I love!
Jasper Fforde ~ The Eyre Affair (and other really crazy literary mysteries)
Belva Plain ~ I know, been around forever -- but I've only read one!
Stephanie Laurens ~ historical romances with humor & hunky guys (whew!)
That's a good start don't you think? If anyone has any great ideas or suggestions to add to the list - reply to this post - you should share!
Cheers!
Judy
January is also our time to make changes to the store - we go through the inventory - clear out the old stuff, rearrange the stuff that needs more (or less!) space, add new stuff and generally check the lay out. I love this part of the job because it makes everything seem new again.
The other good thing about January, it's when I start to look for new authors to read. I don't want to get stuck in a Reading Rut ~ only reading one or two authors that I love and waiting in frustration for their next book to come out. I read reviews, talk to the customers, listen to the book channel on my XM radio in the car and visit all the bookstores. The goal is to find at least five new authors - these can be authors who have been around a long time or the newbies on the bookshelves.
So far this year's list is shaping up pretty well --
Jenna Blum ~ Those Who Save Us
John Hart ~ The Last Child
David Liss ~ several titles of historical mysteries (I can't wait!)
Nancy Taylor Rosenberg ~ legal thrillers that I love!
Jasper Fforde ~ The Eyre Affair (and other really crazy literary mysteries)
Belva Plain ~ I know, been around forever -- but I've only read one!
Stephanie Laurens ~ historical romances with humor & hunky guys (whew!)
That's a good start don't you think? If anyone has any great ideas or suggestions to add to the list - reply to this post - you should share!
Cheers!
Judy
Sunday, December 13, 2009
Merry Happy Jolly! Ho! Ho! Ho!
Wow! I spent yesterday holiday shopping with two of my kids. I have to say, anyone who tells you the economy is in the tank and that we aren't spending money hasn't been to a mall in America this week!
It was literally a river of people gliding, rushing and burbling along through the stores. Everyone seemed in good spirits and there were tons of sales. We found some really great deals, Target especially seemed to have lowered prices on an awful lot of stuff - toys, electronics and housewares. It was really pleasant to see so many people smiling and preparing for one of the best holidays we have.
I hope this post finds you all smiling as well - hopefully this holiday season will be one of good cheer and good times with family and friends.
Best Wishes & Cheers!
Judy
Page Master Used Books
www.pagemaster-books.com
It was literally a river of people gliding, rushing and burbling along through the stores. Everyone seemed in good spirits and there were tons of sales. We found some really great deals, Target especially seemed to have lowered prices on an awful lot of stuff - toys, electronics and housewares. It was really pleasant to see so many people smiling and preparing for one of the best holidays we have.
I hope this post finds you all smiling as well - hopefully this holiday season will be one of good cheer and good times with family and friends.
Best Wishes & Cheers!
Judy
Page Master Used Books
www.pagemaster-books.com
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Black & Blue Friday
We WILL NOT be opening at 5am Friday (or midnight Thursday!)
We WILL NOT be slashing prices (or anything else for that matter!)
We WILL NOT be holding any kind of door buster event.
But ~
If you need a quiet, relaxing place to catch your breath between the big box stores and the mall mobs - we've got you covered.
The coffee pot is on - and its free. The store looks festive, the shelves are full of great books & movies, the chairs are comfy - and the prices are the best anywhere.
Remember ~ we're a Toys-for-Tots drop off location ~ bring a new, wrapped toy for the box and get 15% off everything you purchase that day.
Sign up the $100 Christmas Gift Basket.
Pick up a Gift Card the readers on your list.
Check out the new jewelry ~ the Lanyards are a great looking gift for anyone who has to wear an I.d. or security badge (teachers, nurses, most office workers etc...) and there are lots of fun earrings and bracelets.
Or ~ maybe you'll just need a little break, come on by and treat yourself! Be safe out there.
Cheers!
Judy
Page Master Used Books
We WILL NOT be slashing prices (or anything else for that matter!)
We WILL NOT be holding any kind of door buster event.
But ~
If you need a quiet, relaxing place to catch your breath between the big box stores and the mall mobs - we've got you covered.
The coffee pot is on - and its free. The store looks festive, the shelves are full of great books & movies, the chairs are comfy - and the prices are the best anywhere.
Remember ~ we're a Toys-for-Tots drop off location ~ bring a new, wrapped toy for the box and get 15% off everything you purchase that day.
Sign up the $100 Christmas Gift Basket.
Pick up a Gift Card the readers on your list.
Check out the new jewelry ~ the Lanyards are a great looking gift for anyone who has to wear an I.d. or security badge (teachers, nurses, most office workers etc...) and there are lots of fun earrings and bracelets.
Or ~ maybe you'll just need a little break, come on by and treat yourself! Be safe out there.
Cheers!
Judy
Page Master Used Books
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Meet the Author
I attended an author event at our local library this week - it was... interesting. The library was using the event as a fundraiser. I love libraries, and feel like it's important to support my community (especially through books!) - but really, $75.00 per person? In this economy? Ouch!
It made me think though.... do authors want to do more or less of this type of event? Would they be willing to do book events (signings, discussions, workshops) at a used bookstore or is this sort of thing reserved for stores selling new books?
The better question though, - do our customers want to meet authors at our store?
Hit the comment button below and let me know what you want.
It made me think though.... do authors want to do more or less of this type of event? Would they be willing to do book events (signings, discussions, workshops) at a used bookstore or is this sort of thing reserved for stores selling new books?
The better question though, - do our customers want to meet authors at our store?
Hit the comment button below and let me know what you want.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Inspiration
I was walking this morning, trying to work off the ice cream I promised myself I wasn't going to eat anymore, and when I got over the guilt about that, (took about 10 seconds!) - I moved on to more important stuff.
I was, as usual trying to come up some interesting way to promote my business. I feel as though I can't just sit and do nothing, I'm sure someone younger, (half the population!) more energetic or with a better idea will come along and run me out of town on a rail. I worry that the economy will drive me into the dirt, or worse, my own ignorance will do it!
So, I read a lot of books about running a business, being more creative, thinking differently or working smarter. I subscribe to Blogs, get newsletters or email, I visit other businesses to see what they're doing better then me (that's a long list!) and I listen to my customers.
From that whole list the most important advice I get is from the customers - I love all the people who come to the store or use the website, you guys give the best advice and are the most help to maintaining the business. I answered the phone yesterday and a gentlemen with a wonderful Texas drawl told me that he'd been trying to order some books on my website but there was a problem that I should check into. Two minutes with my website tech and the problem was solved - but I might not have found it for days if it hadn't been for my customer.
Don't assume that we don't want to hear from you ~ WE DO! We want to know what you think about everything - the store, the books, the website, this Blog, the newsletter, our service - anything and everything - if you're willing to take a moment to share what you know - we're willing to hear it and try to make things better!
Speak Up! Speak Out! Share! We want to give you what you want most in a bookstore - you just have to tell us what it is!
Reply to this post by leaving a comment.
Send me an email: sellsubooks@gmail.com
Give us a call: 888-300-9548
Drop by the store! 904 John Marshall Hwy, Front Royal VA 22630
I was, as usual trying to come up some interesting way to promote my business. I feel as though I can't just sit and do nothing, I'm sure someone younger, (half the population!) more energetic or with a better idea will come along and run me out of town on a rail. I worry that the economy will drive me into the dirt, or worse, my own ignorance will do it!
So, I read a lot of books about running a business, being more creative, thinking differently or working smarter. I subscribe to Blogs, get newsletters or email, I visit other businesses to see what they're doing better then me (that's a long list!) and I listen to my customers.
From that whole list the most important advice I get is from the customers - I love all the people who come to the store or use the website, you guys give the best advice and are the most help to maintaining the business. I answered the phone yesterday and a gentlemen with a wonderful Texas drawl told me that he'd been trying to order some books on my website but there was a problem that I should check into. Two minutes with my website tech and the problem was solved - but I might not have found it for days if it hadn't been for my customer.
Don't assume that we don't want to hear from you ~ WE DO! We want to know what you think about everything - the store, the books, the website, this Blog, the newsletter, our service - anything and everything - if you're willing to take a moment to share what you know - we're willing to hear it and try to make things better!
Speak Up! Speak Out! Share! We want to give you what you want most in a bookstore - you just have to tell us what it is!
Reply to this post by leaving a comment.
Send me an email: sellsubooks@gmail.com
Give us a call: 888-300-9548
Drop by the store! 904 John Marshall Hwy, Front Royal VA 22630
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