Today on NPR, Daniel Pinkwater raved--absolutely raved--about the New York Review of Books' children's reprint series. As with their books for grown-ups, the NYRB finds underappreciated classics (such as store fave The Dud Avocado) and brings them back to today's readers. The kids books are beautiful--gorgeous covers and charming illustrations. We have a display of … Continue reading Good News, Bad News
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Gift Cards–Better Than Socks
If you just can't find the right gift, we can still help you finish your shopping. Gift cards are available in any denomination. Consider adding another gift card from one of Uptown's cafes and restaurants--such as our neighbor Lucia's--and give someone an afternoon out shopping, reading, and drinking coffee.Still not convinced? Buy a gift card … Continue reading Gift Cards–Better Than Socks
Hardcover vs Paperback
One of my favorite publishing insider blogs, Editorial Ass, has posed an interesting question. EA is a junior editor and has to decide if a book she's been working on--and really likes--would be better off seeing its first publication in prestigious hardcover or recession-friendly paperback. In part one she weighs the pros and cons of … Continue reading Hardcover vs Paperback
Musings from Magers and Quinn 