Bookstores

6 Ways To While Away A Rainy Afternoon In NYC

Let it rain! Here are six great ways to pass the time during a rainy day.

2013/05/09

The Borders bookstore at Pennsylvania Plaza - New York, NY - Jul 22, 2011 (credit: Jared Max for CBSNewYork.com)

Last Borders Shoppers Wistful, Looking For Deals

Borders, an Ann Arbor, Mich.-based chain that pioneered the big-box bookselling concept and grew to 1,249 stores at its peak in 2003, will cease to exist by the end of the day on Sunday. It’s a victim of a shift in the industry brought on by customers who’d much rather read their favorite titles on an electronic book or tablet computer than turn the page on a paperback.

2011/09/18

N.J.’s Best Local & Independent Bookstores

Local book shops have evolved into modern book clubs, giving their patrons a chance to explore the many avenues of literature with events and activities sponsored by the store. Here are some of the best in N.J.

CBS New York–2011/06/28

Kids play at Sony Wonder. (Image from www.wondertechlab.sony.com)

New York Moms’ Best Bookstores And Computer Stores

While Barnes and Noble branches throughout the city hold story times for children and boast a large selection of kids’ books these independent bookstores hold sway in their neighborhoods and keep families coming back year after year.

2010/07/28

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