What is "Doom Eager"?

Lorrie Moore, from "Better and Sicker"
"Martha Graham speaks of the Icelandic term "doom eager" to denote that ordeal of isolation, restlessness, caughtness and artistic experiences when he or she is sick with an idea. When a writer is doom eager, the writing won't be sludge on the page; it will give readers -- and the writer, of course, is the very first reader -- an experience they've never had before, or perhaps a little and at last the words for an experience they have."

Friday, May 14, 2010

Good News for the Book Industry

From Publishers Weekly - May 14, 2010

Bookstore sales rose 1.6% in March, to $1.01 billion, according to preliminary estimates released this morning from the U.S. Census Bureau. For the first quarter of 2010, bookstore sales were up 1.2%, to $4.32 billion. Sales for 2009 have been restated as were sales January and February. For the entire retail segment, March sales rose 10.8% and for the quarter were up 6.2%
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Increased bookstore sales is great news for the book industry. If you're buying books, remember to spread the love around and purchase books at your local, independent bookstore. I love B & N and Borders, but don't forget to help the little guy (and gal) stay in business and compete with the big dogs. You'll often find a more knowledgeable staff and friendlier service at your local, indie bookstore.

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