A California couple puts their store on the market; two Montana writers mark the fifth anniversary of their used bookstore; and the University of North Carolina begins the privatization process at its school store.
Point Reyes Books in California For Sale: After 14 years, Kate Levinson and Steve Costa are ready to explore the world outside West Marin. Costa plans to continue to create events and retreats through Black Mountain Circle; Levinson wants to write another book on women’s emotional relationships to money and work. Those interested in purchasing the store can contact Levinson and Costa.
New Owners for Pittsburgh’s East End Book Exchange: The two new owners, Jill and Adlai Yeomans, who met while working at Hachette, decided to buy the bookstore last week. “We’ve always talked about it as a vague, wonderful idea that we’d love to try later in life,” they said. “But there’s a difference between dreaming out loud over beers and actually quitting your job and forking over your savings.” The store is planning a meet the new owners happy hour on May 26.
Transition Begins for Privatization of UNC Student Stores: Following an announcement that the 100-year-old Student Stores would move from independent to corporately run, Barnes & Noble has begun the transition. The store will close for one day on June 24 for inventory; renovations will begin during Christmas break.
Elk River Books Turns 5: The Livingston, Mont., used bookstore will celebrate its fifth birthday next week on May 25 with a reading by Rick Bass, who also spoke at the grand opening. While the store has been successful, owners and authors Marc Beaudin and Andrea Peacock have had to work harder than they anticipated and delay their own writing careers.
Christian Bookstore in Pendleton, Ore., to Close: June 18 will be the last day for Crossroads Books & More. Mark Yeske, who owns the store with his wife, Colleen, said that minimum wage increases and customers migrating to big box stores and online have eaten into the profits of the 16-year-old bookstore.
