# Independent Bookstores Are Rising Again

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Podcast: [Anchorage News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/anchorage-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7570138)
Published: 2026-05-28T05:31:57+00:00
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## Resource

Independent bookstores are staging a dramatic comeback, with membership in the American Booksellers Association soaring past 3,400—a nearly triple increase from a decade ago. From cozy general stores to mobile vans and pop-ups, these shops are thriving by tapping into booming genres like romantasy, catering to passionate readers craving connection. Amid rising digital fatigue, people are flocking to physical bookshops for authentic human interaction and community. Even Barnes & Noble, once seen as a threat, is expanding again—its CEO, a former indie bookstore founder, believes there’s space for all kinds of bookstores to coexist and even inspire discovery of local gems. The future of bookselling is alive, vibrant, and deeply human. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/da21858283940c26

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