Establishing a Used Book Store

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Gary Crooker realized a used book store was the right business for him because he already loved books.
Gary Crooker realized a used book store was the right business for him because he already loved books.
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A welcome, cozy ambiance is very important in the used book store business.
A welcome, cozy ambiance is very important in the used book store business.
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Crooker completes a customer transaction.
Crooker completes a customer transaction.
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Gary's children's book section is allotted a large space, plenty of small chairs, low shelves, and as many games as he can fit.
Gary's children's book section is allotted a large space, plenty of small chairs, low shelves, and as many games as he can fit.
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Even a space with low ceilings and exposed pipes can serve your business needs.
Even a space with low ceilings and exposed pipes can serve your business needs.
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Crooker in his office examining inventory.
Crooker in his office examining inventory.
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If you decide to open a used book store in a location separate from your home, be prepared to deal with some red tape.
If you decide to open a used book store in a location separate from your home, be prepared to deal with some red tape.

Do you find yourself lingering just that few extra minutes
in book shops or libraries, with a faraway look in your
eyes, long after everyone else is ready to go? Do the
people you are with seem to have to drag you away after you

  • Published on Aug 1, 1994
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