Susan Aikens

I’ve always thought that there was something inherently noble about selling books, especially kids books. I was Borders Senior Buyer for Children’s books. I bought thousands of new titles for all the Borders & Waldenbooks stores. I can honestly say that I learned something new every day & that I had the best job in the world. Borders ceased to exist in September 2011 & with it went my job.

After 6 weeks of unemployment, I’m going through withdrawal. Admittedly, I’m enjoying reading whatever I want, but I so miss the excitement & sense of community prevalent in the world of kids publishing. I still remember the on-sale dates for the big books I’d hoped to market & sell this fall. I wonder how many copies of the new Rick Riordan book we’d have sold on day one. I wonder if Wimpy Kid 6 will set a new sales record. I gnash my teeth over the lost opportunity to introduce new readers to Hunger Games & Hugo Cabret because of the upcoming movies.

Now, I want to use my knowledge to help parents, teachers & kids book lovers find the best reads. I hope to use this blog to bring talented new authors to the fore & contribute in some small way to promoting literacy. I will regularly post impartial reviews & comments about kids books, movies, & other happenings.

I hope you find this blog useful & enjoyable.

Susan

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