Publishing Perspectives - Amazon to buy bookstore chain?

Is Amazon Really Buying Brazil’s Biggest Bookstore Chain? Amazon is said to be negotiating to acquire Saraiva, Brazil's dominant bookseller, with 102 stores. Is it realistic? We break down the facts and scenarios. Read more »
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SURVEY: Should Amazon Open Bricks-and-Mortar Stores? Last month Reuters reported that Amazon might be looking at opening retail locations to sell Kindles. Is the time right for Amazon to get into bricks-and-mortar? Read more »
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