I popped into my local Barnes & Noble today, for no real reason. Okay, I lie. I always go in there with the intention to browse, and almost always come out with a bag of books. It's sad, really, but I'm doing my part to stimulate my favorite industry. That's a good excuse, right?
Anyway, near the Information Desk, B&N had set up a center table with signs that said "Dark Fantasy Picks." Intrigued, I wandered over. To my sheer delight, it was packed with urban fantasy and paranormal romance authors. Many of the books were new releases, some where a little older. I saw favorite authors, authors on my "must try" list, and a few I'd never heard of. I was even tempted to rush over to the stacks and pull a few faves that weren't on the table.
I guess someone there noticed the paranormal genre has really picked up in recent months.
Seriously, though, no more buying until I read more.
Or until another favorite author has a new release (like Gena Showalter's The Vampire's Bride, which just released, WOOHOO!). I know, I know. I'm weak.
*sigh*
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In this part of the country, Kelly, we have mostly Barnes & Noble and Books-A-Million, and I've noticed an increase in “dark fantasy” displays with both these chains lately.
It’s awesome!
I think with romance still showing good sales numbers, and with the huge crossover of paranormal romance and paranormal/UF fiction readers, it's a good way for bookstores to capitalize on their readership.
These genres deserve the attention. *g*
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