Making the Most of Literary Awards

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Monday, January 30, 2017 9:05 AM to 10:05 AM EST
Greenway D/E

Every year, literary awards highlight a variety of stellar titles, presenting unique opportunities for booksellers to focus the attention of buyers and readers, and spur sales. A panel composed of both booksellers and representatives from national organizations that present literary awards, will discuss ideas for introducing, expanding, and leveraging the cachet surrounding awards for increased sales as well as customer interaction.

  • Lisa Lucas, Executive Director, National Book Foundation (New York, NY)
  • Tom Nissley, Phinney Books (Seattle, WA)
  • Karen Schechner, Senior Indie Editor, Kirkus Reviews (New York, NY)
  • Paul Yamazaki, City Lights Books (San Francisco, CA)
  • Joy Dallanegra-Sanger, ABA (Moderator)
     

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