We gave you a lot of content to check out by LGBTQ+ artists this month, so here’s a quick summary! Continue reading
This month, take some time to check out content from and about members of the LGBTQ+ community, from stories of belonging to pop music. Here are some movies, directors, and artists to support and learn about this month! Continue reading
This Pride Month, take time out of your schedules to read books written by and about members of the LGBTQ+ community. Whether you prefer romance novels or memoirs, we have the perfect book for you. Continue reading
Happy Pride Month! The LGBTQ+ community has continued to grow in recent years, increasing from 5.6% of American adults in 2020 to 7.6 in 2024. More than 1 out of every 5 Gen Z’ers aged 18 to 26 identify as LGBTQ+. As this population continues to grow, here are some steps you can take to honor and celebrate Pride Month in your store: Continue reading
Retail product placement seems like a simple concept in theory, but the truth is there are several components to successful product placement that many of us overlook. However, there are also a few key glaring mistakes regarding product placement that you should take care to avoid at all costs! Keep reading to discover these important … Continue reading
Valentines Day is right around the corner, and with it comes a bundle of opportunities for your college bookstore! As with every year, there are new and exciting trends to consider while you prepare for the day of love but doing that alone can be a bit daunting. We’ve compiled a handy list of retail … Continue reading
One thing any retailer can struggle with is the intense effort needed to organize the business, and college bookstores are no exceptions to this. Often it feels like a Herculean task to create plans for the year while managing your current resources and daily tasks. This is where an effective purchasing plan can make a … Continue reading
2026 is shaping up to bring some big changes to the retail world. Advancements in technology like Artificial Intelligence coupled with inflation, rising costs from tariffs, and long-term shifts in consumer behavior can create new challenges for your bookstore as you navigate the ups and downs on the horizon. However, you don’t have to face … Continue reading
The retail world is going to change in some pretty serious ways next year. It’s important to stay up to date with these expected trends so your bookstore can be fully prepared to navigate the upcoming challenges with as much preparation as possible. Find out what retailers can come to expect in 2026 with these … Continue reading
Our 2025 Holiday Campaign is almost over, so be sure not to miss out on our sweet holiday deals! The Gift Guide Our 2025 Holiday Gift Guide features the season’s hottest new products, coolest tech, and reliable best-sellers that all make perfect holiday gifts. Plus, you still have time to find the secret promo code … Continue reading
Merchandising in your retail store is more than just a fun way to show off your products. It’s an opportunity to boost sales, improve shopping experiences, and make your customers really care about your store and the products you carry. Now more than ever, effective merchandising is so important as everything is competing for our … Continue reading
As retailers, we’re used to preparing far ahead. But many shoppers will find themselves waiting until the last minute to do their holiday shopping. While it may add stress to their daily lives to wait that long, you have opportunities as a retailer to make their last-minute shopping a bit easier and, in turn, turn … Continue reading
Retail displays are more than just a unique way to merchandise products; they’re an opportunity to excite and entice your shoppers and, hopefully, turn them into recurring visitors instead of one-time customers. Check out some fun and festive display ideas for the holiday season to excite your customers and keep them coming back for more! … Continue reading
The biggest shopping day of the year, Black Friday, is just a few weeks away. With such a monumental day ahead of retailers, it’s crucial to prepare for the challenges that come with the occasion. Retailers who don’t get ahead of the schedule will find themselves wondering why they didn’t think ahead when the surge … Continue reading
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