Search

This article is a letter from the editor of Publishers Weekly, announcing their first-ever issue dedicated to independent bookselling and publishing. The editor acknowledges the importance of bookshops to communities and the significant role that small and independent presses play in society. The issue includes features on independent booksellers, sales representatives, upstart small and micro presses, and interviews with authors and heads of indie publishing organizations. The editor expresses excitement about putting the issue together and hopes that readers will enjoy it. [Extracted from the article]

This article is a collection of essays that pays tribute to Joyce Meskis, the founder of Tattered Cover bookstore in Denver. Meskis was known for her dedication to intellectual freedom and the importance of books in fostering community and intellectual inquiry. The essays cover various topics, including the role of booksellers, the business of books, and debates about intellectual freedom. Contributors include Senator John Hickenlooper and other leaders in the fight for intellectual freedom. The collection provides insight into Meskis's life and her impact on the Denver community. [Extracted from the article]