Buy one more book from us, and one less from
chain stores or amazon.com
A recent study found that even customers who would define themselves as loyal independent bookstore customers only buys four out of every ten books from an independent bookstore. Imagine what would happen if everyone dedicated themselves to buying that fifth book from an independent as well. For a store like ours, it means more local jobs, more author events, the ability to carry more unique, small press titles and more money flowing to local schools, libraries and public safety by keeping your dollars local.
Since amazon.com is the biggest threat to independent bookstores, taking the pledge is the best way for customers to ensure the long-term viability of their local book stores. Take the pledge…it is doable, it is meaningful and it is a commitment to helping sustain and grow the local economy.
Thank you for taking the One Book Pledge.
F&F salutes School District #1 for renewing their support!
Stay tuned as we help to spread the message out to customers across the nation who want to support their local independent bookstore. We like to think of it as a mini-revolution – one that was started amongst and shared with friends at Bookshop Santa Cruz.
