I hadn't planned to go into the family business. I was at an age where I wanted to go save the world. But at that point, I realized I had an opportunity to help my family rather than chase after a bunch of idealistic dreams. I made that commitment, and I haven't looked back.

It was clear to his friends that something was wrong with him. With that revelation, it was good to know that we knew how to deal with it.

We have to compete with them. We just want the competition to be fair.

We were weighing the pros and cons. I was torn.

I thought it would resonate, but I'm surprised at the size of it.

My dad had a vision of what a bookseller's role in society was.

We'll be here selling books and, if you support us, we'll be here for another 50 years.