How to Start and Run a Used Bookstore

If you have ever considered opening a used bookstore, here is your chance to learn from someone who knows first-hand what it takes. Author Stephanie Chandler is the founder of Book Lovers Bookstore in Sacramento, CA.



Features in this workbook include:

*Worksheets: Budget planning, evaluating competition, forecasting, and more.



*Business Basics: What you need to get started.



*Inventory: Twelve sources for acquiring used books.



*Suppliers: Library supplies, printed goods, retail supplies and more.



*Shop Setup: Store layout, book categories, bookseller software and tools.



*Operations Procedures: Trade policies, overstock, and a sample operations manual.



*Marketing: Low-cost and no-cost tactics for maximizing exposure.



*Website: Steps for setting up a website and selling books online.



*Resources: Dozens of useful website links.



*Business Plan: Sample business plan (actual plan used for Book Lovers Bookstore).