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BookSprouts, A Social Network For Book Worms And Clubs
techcrunch.com - 12/27/2008
BookSprouts, A Social Network For Book Worms And Clubs
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Reading books is usually a solitary experience, but it triggers social activity as well, as the ongoing success of real-life book clubs shows. BookSprouts is a fairly new online community dedicated to book readers who love discussing books over a nice cup of virtual coffee. The social network ...

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At Least Amazon Had A Good Christmas
techcrunch.com - 12/26/2008
At Least Amazon Had A Good Christmas
— techcrunch.com — One reason Amazon has survived as an enduring Internet brand is that during downturns it takes market share, and this holiday season looks like it will be no different. Amazon announced its 14th record holiday season , with 72.9 items ordered ... (more) At Least Amazon Had A Good Christmas

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Amazon Says Holiday Season was its 'Best Ever' - But Doesn't Talk about Revenue
readwriteweb.com - 12/26/2008
Amazon Says Holiday Season was its 'Best Ever' - But Doesn't Talk about Revenue
— readwriteweb.com — Just before the holidays, we reported that, based on the raw traffic to its site, Amazon looked to be well on its way to having a great Christmas season. According to a report from Amazon this morning, Amazon's 14th holiday season was indeed its ... (more) Amazon Says Holiday Season was its 'Best Ever' - But ...

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bits.blogs.nytimes.com - 12/26/2008
Amazon Claims 'Best Ever' Christmas (Whatever That Means)
— bits.blogs.nytimes.com — Amazon.com said its holiday season, was the "best ever" but the retailer was silent on key details -- like sales, profits and the total number of goods sold. (more) Amazon Claims 'Best Ever' Christmas (Whatever That Means)

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BookSprouts, GoodReads, etc.
Changing Way — ... My first impression of BookSprouts was that it’s entering an arena in which there are already several strong contenders. But I followed the link from the TechCrunch article, signed up, added a few books to my collection, and otherwise tweaked ...

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