![]() ![]() The Amazon third-party marketplace provides a critical source of revenue for many small and independent businesses, especially in economically difficult times. Powell observed that this was "not an easy decision to make. We will not participate in undermining that vitality." The vitality of our neighbors and neighborhoods depends on the ability of local businesses to thrive. And yet when it comes to our local community and the community of independent bookstores around the U.S., we must take a stand. We understand that in many communities, Amazon-and big box retail chains-have become the only option. In an announcement to customers, Powell's Books CEO Emily Powell explained: "For too long, we have watched the detrimental impact of Amazon's business on our communities and the independent bookselling world. ![]() Powell's Books, Portland, Ore., is marking tomorrow's Independent Bookstore Day in an unusual way: to affirm its commitment to customers, the community and fellow bookstores, it is no longer going to sell through Amazon Marketplace, which for many rare, collectible and used booksellers is an important sales channel. ![]()
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