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An endorsement or “blurb” is a positive statement about a book, most typically quoted on book covers, from other authors, experts, or celebrities. You’ll also see blurbs on online retailer sites or in advertising. Endorsements are important marketing tools: they subtly encourage readers to purchase the book by promoting the author’s credibility and the book’s […]
As an author, you have a lot to think about, and as you make your way through your publishing journey, you might be wondering, “What is swag and do I need it?” Bookish swag is just any item you use to help promote your book – whether it’s through a giveaway or as part of […]
What’s your favorite area of your bookstore? I love the cozy corner by the front windows. We have these really comfy chairs there and the sunlight streams in in the afternoon, so it’s a little book heaven. I also appreciate whatever weird corner our life-size John Green cutout is in. I like to move him […]
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You had to know it was coming – we have Taylor’s discography on repeat while we wait for Midnights to drop. So of course we put together a little reading list, picking books that we think go well with the vibes of each of her albums! Debut Happily Ever Afters by Elise Bryant: Sixteen-year-old Tessa […]
What’s your favorite area of your bookstore? At Skylight we technically have *two* stores. We have our main store which is home to all of our fiction, genre books, and most of our nonfiction books. Then two doors down we have our Arts Annex with all of our graphic novels, design, music, film and other […]
I’ll be honest, this is a chaotic list that has a little something for everyone to celebrate spooky season. We broke down some classic sinister themes and gave a few book recs for each, varying from romance to fantasy to mild horror to deeply disturbing. Don’t forget to check under the bed before you climb […]
What’s your favorite area of your bookstore? My favorite part of the store are the stacks of fiction seated against the back wall, but more specifically range of letters that’s MNOP. Personally, I love shelving and it takes a lot of our day up since we’re a used bookstore. This is the area where all […]
Spooky season is here at last! We’re all ready to dive into creepy, scary, unsettling books, but if you’re like me, you’re always looks to diversify your reading even within subgenres. Have I got the list for you: here are a few killer books featuring queer people that are perfect for burrowing under your blankets […]
It’s the time of the year when we start watching Hocus Pocus at least once a week, and to celebrate the sequel’s premiere, we are giving some book recommendations based on your favorite character from the original movie! Winifred A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness: In this tale of passion and obsession, Diana Bishop, […]
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