The conceptions and preparations for a successful author autographing party at the University of Virginia's bookstore are described. Suggestions for selecting authors, publicity, and planning are given. (MSE)

It is argued tha alternate pricing methods for college textbooks--including net pricing, net billing, and single copy order pricing--would be detrimental to college bookstores. Publishers are urged to continue with the traditional method, and other publisher practices that could help bookstore managers are suggested. (JMD)

The increase in the number of leased college stores is discussed. When the worlds of the non-profit institution and the retail store collide, even the most talented institutional managers can be crushed in the middle. Some think that mini-malls, rather than leased bookstores, will be the trend. (MLW)

Collegiate licensing is of interest to the athletic departments who want to bolster their budgets and to university administrators who consider it a vehicle by which "protection" may be provided for the symbols of their schools. Manufacturers of collegiate insignia have been accused of exploitation of university's proprietary rights.…

Electronic cash registers can perform functions ranging from simple change and tax computation to sophisticated merchandise accounting and inventory control information and records. The manager needs to outline the needed capabilities such as capacity, programmability, and servicing availability. User comments suggest varied benefits, uses, and…

A solid working relationship between a college bookstore and the campus community must be cultivated. Store management must recognize the needs of students, faculty, and administrators. The bookstore manager can keep up-to-date by participating in campus committees. (MLW)