05/10/2026
Great piece in The Nation by Katrina Vanden Heuvel, their editorial director and publisher. We are resisting big tech! The number of indie bookstores in the US has grown by 70% since 2020, and we see that right here in Western PA, with numerous new bookstores opening of all shapes and sizes. A rising tide lifts all boats! But make no mistake: this is still a difficult business and we continue to face challenges such as rising costs (including rents) and predatory pricing by online competitors. We appreciate all of your support and feel so lucky to be entering our 98th year of independent bookselling. We know we can’t rest on laurels and expect to succeed so we continue to work hard to keep the Penguin strong!
