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Can global economic crises result in better international cooperation?
by
David Brancaccio
and Erika Soderstrom
May 17, 2022
Political scientist Ian Bremmer sees big opportunity in crisis.
Talent retention as a community development strategy for low-income neighborhoods
by
David Brancaccio
and Rose Conlon
Feb 1, 2022
Majora Carter's new book, "Reclaiming Your Community," pursues a "better way" to revitalize cities.
Some indie bookstores find ways to succeed online
Dec 10, 2021
Bookstore sales plunged during the pandemic, so independent sellers pivoted to the internet. They say the hybrid model is here to stay.
Supply chain snags hit books
Nov 10, 2021
Shipping delays, reduced printing capacity and a paper shortage plague publishers and retailers as holiday shopping gets underway.
How one bookseller arrived at its next chapter
by
Anais Amin
and Marketplace Staff
Nov 3, 2021
The co-owners of “A Good Used Book” in Los Angeles, California, are back in their retail space and looking ahead to the future.
What are the parallels between parenting and running a business?
by
Emily Oster
Aug 5, 2021
In her new book, economist Emily Oster presents a framework for data-based parenting decisions.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar says it's time to take on monopolies in Big Tech, pharma and more
Apr 27, 2021
"We have a serious competition problem," Klobuchar said. "It’s hurting our families, our workers, our democracy."
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British readers boost home libraries to up videoconferencing game
Feb 10, 2021
The rise in video calls has made people reach for the phone and inquire about investing in bigger, bolder personal libraries.
Artist turns COVID doodle diary into self-published book
Jan 29, 2021
"Vic Lee's Corona Diary 2020" got a fitting virtual launch from a downstairs bathroom in the author's South London home.
"All the pandemic has done is shine a horrifyingly clear spotlight on every inequality in our community. And my community is the book community."
by
Alli Fam
Dec 1, 2020
Independent bookseller Hannah Oliver Depp is struggling with suppliers in her mission to tell the stories of struggling people.