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Total revenue fell 0.6% at Books-A-Million in the third quarter and comp sales were off 1.9%. Still the company said the book business stabilized in the quarter and execs were optimistic about the holiday season.
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Books-A-Million, Inc. (NASDAQ:BAMM - News) today announced that the Sports Illustrated issue featuring Crimson Tide Heisman frontrunner
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E-commerce sales for Books-A-Million Inc. fell 13.1% in the second quarter to $5.3 million from $6.1 million in Q2 of 2008. For the second quarter of ...
The book seller (NASDAQ: BAMM) said it had a net loss of $1.6 million in the third quarter of this year, compared to a net loss of $2.2 million in the third quarter of 2008. Sales for the quarter dropped by a fraction of a percent to $110.
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Nov 25, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) --
Books-A-Million, Inc. (NASDAQ:BAMM) today announced that the Sports Illustrated issue featuring Crimson Tide Heisman frontrunner Mark Ingram is now available at all Books-A-Million stores in Alabama.
Books-A-Million is one of the nation's leading book retailers and sells on the Internet at www.booksamillion.com. The Company presently operates more than 200 stores in 22 states and the District of Columbia. The Company operates two distinct store formats, including large superstores operating under the names Books-A-Million and Books & Co., and traditional bookstores operating under the name Bookland. The Company's wholesale operations include American Wholesale Book Company and Book$mart, both based in Florence, Alabama. For more information, visit the company's website at www.booksamillioninc.com.
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Companies: Books-A-Million, Inc. (BAMM), Crimson Tide PLC (ACONF)
BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Nov 17, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) --
Books-A-Million, Inc. (NASDAQ:BAMM):
Who and What: Sarah Palin signs copies of her new book, Going Rogue.
When and Where: Monday, November 23, at 4:30-7:30 p.m. Central Time
Brookwood Village Books-A-Million
757 Brookwood Village, Birmingham, AL 32509, (205) 870-0213
Event Guidelines:
-- Wristbands (1,000) will be distributed beginning at 12 noon on Sunday, Nov. 22, at the Brookwood Village Books-A-Million. Customers can line up outside the Books-A-Million parking garage entrance.
-- You MUST be present to obtain a wristband. One wristband per person. Children under the age of 5 do not need a wristband.
-- Receipt from Books-A-Million, booksamillion.com or a redeemed voucher for Going Rogue must be presented in order to obtain wristband. Please keep receipt with book because you will need to show it on the day of the event.
-- Maximum of two copies of Going Rogue per wristband will be signed. No personalization.
-- Please arrive prior to 3:30 p.m. (event starts at 4:30) on Monday, Nov. 23, on the food court level of the mall. If you arrive after 4:00 p.m., you forfeit your place in line.
-- Every person with a wristband must have a copy of Going Rogue in order to enter the line. If you have a wristband and no book, you will not be allowed in line.
-- After 1,000 wristbands are given out, the line becomes first-come, first-serve, based on the amount of extra time Mrs. Palin has. Those with wristbands given out after 1,000 are not guaranteed to have their book signed.
-- No memorabilia or additional items will be signed.
-- No photos or video of any kind allowed in the signing area.
-- Please leave large bags and backpacks at home or in your car. You will be required to hand over cell phones, cameras and bags before reaching the signing table. No items besides copies of Going Rogue are allowed in the signing area.
-- These will be given back immediately after you exit the signing area. Books-A-Million is not responsible for any lost or stolen items.
Additional information: Media requesting to attend the event must contact Jane Hoerner at 205-909-3512 or hoernerj@booksamillion.com to be placed on the press list.
About Books-A-Million, Inc.
Books-A-Million (NASDAQ:BAMM) is one of the nation's leading book retailers and sells on the Internet at www.booksamillion.com. The Company presently operates more than 200 stores in 22 states and the District of Columbia. The Company operates two distinct store formats, including large superstores operating under the names Books-A-Million and Books & Co., and traditional bookstores operating under the name Bookland. The Company's wholesale operations include American Wholesale Book Company and Book$mart, both based in Florence, Alabama. For more information, visit the company's website at www.booksamillioninc.com.
SOURCE: Books-A-Million, Inc.
Books-A-Million, Inc. Jane Hoerner, 205-942-3737 hoernerj@booksamillion.com
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Companies: Books-A-Million, Inc. (BAMM)
BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Nov 17, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) --
Books-A-Million, Inc. (NASDAQ:BAMM) announced today that it opened its first northeastern location in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, at Cherry Hill Mall. The new Books-A-Million store at Cherry Hill Mall will serve nearly 2 million people in the surrounding trade areas of Burlington, Camden, Gloucester and Philadelphia counties. The Cherry Hill Mall store will also employ more than 20 people and will feature books, magazines, cards, gifts and collectibles. Cherry Hill Mall is known as South Jersey's fashion and dining destination.
Cherry Hill residents who are new Books-A-Million patrons are encouraged to sign up for the Millionaire's Club, where members save 40 percent off bestsellers, 20 percent off hundreds of items throughout the store and 10 percent off everything, every day. Millionaire's Club members are also invited to special sale events and receive promotions and coupons through weekly emails. The new location also offers discount programs for teachers and community organizations as well as community fundraising opportunities.
Books-A-Million is one of the nation's leading book retailers and sells on the Internet at www.booksamillion.com. The Company presently operates more than 200 stores in 22 states and the District of Columbia. The Company operates two distinct store formats, including large superstores operating under the names Books-A-Million and Books & Co., and traditional bookstores operating under the name Bookland. The Company's wholesale operations include American Wholesale Book Company and Book$mart, both based in Florence, Alabama. For more information, visit the company's website at www.booksamillioninc.com.
SOURCE: Books-A-Million, Inc.
Books-A-Million, Inc. Jane Hoerner, 205-942-3737 hoernerj@booksamillion.com
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Companies: Books-A-Million, Inc. (BAMM)
Nov 19, 2009 (M2 PRESSWIRE via COMTEX) --
Xtremepicks.com Alerts include Books-A-Million, Inc. (NASDAQ: BAMM), Astro-Med, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALOT), Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS) and Seanergy Maritime Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ: SHIP) (NASDAQ: SHIPW)
Books-A-Million, Inc. (NASDAQ:BAMM) trading at $7.70 per share on trading volume of 33,585 shares.
In a press release out on November 18, Books-A-Million Opens New Store in Hagerstown, Maryland
BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Nov 19, 2009 -- Books-A-Million, Inc. (NASDAQ:BAMM) opens the doors today to its new store in Hagerstown, Maryland, at Valley Mall. The new Books-A-Million store at Valley Mall will serve nearly 485,000 people in the surrounding Hagerstown area. The Valley Mall store, which is Books-A-Million's 223rd location nationwide and fourth in Maryland, will employ more than 20 people and will feature books, magazines, cards, gifts and collectibles.
Books-A-Million, Inc. is one of the nation's leading book retailers and sells on the Internet at www.booksamillion.com. The Company presently operates more than 200 stores in 22 states and the District of Columbia. The Company operates two distinct store formats, including large superstores operating under the names Books-A-Million and Books & Co., and traditional bookstores operating under the name Bookland. The Company's wholesale operations include American Wholesale Book Company and Book$mart, both based in Florence, Alabama. For more information, visit the company's website at www.booksamillioninc.com.
Astro-Med, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALOT) trading at $6.32 per share on trading volume of 100 shares.
In a press release out on November 18, Astro-Med Introduces Industry's Smallest, Lightest Flight Deck Printer
WEST WARWICK, RI, Nov 19, 2009 -- Astro-Med, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALOT) announced today that it has introduced the ToughWriter 5, the smallest, lightest ARINC744A-1 printer available in the industry. The ToughWriter 5 was displayed at the National Business Aviation Association's 62nd Annual Meeting & Convention (NBAA2009) in Orlando, FL, October 20-22, 2009, and was extremely well received.
Astro-Med, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of high tech specialty printing systems, electronic medical instrumentation, and test and measurement instruments employed around the world in a wide range of industrial, scientific and medical applications.
Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) trading at $17.41 on a volume of 3.18M shares
In a press release out on November 18, BioWare Announces New "Return to Ostagar" Downloadable Content for Dragon Age: Origins
"Return to Ostagar" Will be Available This Holiday 2009 Season for EA's Award-Winning Epic RPG Fantasy
EDMONTON, Alberta, Nov 19, 2009 -- Leading video game developer BioWare(TM), a division of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS), announced today that the Return to Ostagar downloadable content (DLC) for Dragon Age(TM): Origins will be available for the Xbox 360(R) videogame and entertainment system, the PlayStation(R)3 computer entertainment system and PC versions this Holiday season in North America and Europe. The DLC pack, Return to Ostagar, allows players to exact their revenge and embark on a quest for the mighty arms and armor of the once great King Cailan when they revisit Ostagar, the site of the Grey Wardens' darkest hour, to reclaim the honor and learn the secrets of Ferelden's fallen king.
About Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts Inc. (EA), in Redwood City, California, is a leading global interactive entertainment software company. Founded in 1982, the Company develops, publishes, and distributes interactive software worldwide for video game systems, personal computers, wireless devices and the Internet. Electronic Arts markets its products under four brand names: EA(TM), EA SPORTS(TM), EA Mobile(TM) and POGO(TM). In fiscal 2009, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $4.2 billion and had 31 titles that sold more than one million copies. EA's homepage and online game site is www.ea.com. More information about EA's products and full text of press releases can be found on the Internet at http://info.ea.com.
Seanergy Maritime Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ: SHIP) (NASDAQ: SHIPW) trading at $3.64 on a volume of 8,540 shares
In a press release out on November 18, Seanergy Maritime Holdings Corp. Secures One Year Employment for One of Its Vessels
ATHENS, GREECE, Nov 19, 2009 -- Seanergy Maritime Holdings Corp. (the "Company") (NASDAQ: SHIP) (NASDAQ: SHIPW) announced today that it has entered into a time charter agreement for the M/V "Davakis G." The charter is for approximately one year at a gross daily rate of $21,000 and is expected to commence upon completion of the vessel's present employment.
About Seanergy Maritime Holdings Corp.
Seanergy Maritime Holdings Corp., the successor to Seanergy Maritime Corp., is a Marshall Islands corporation with its executive offices in Athens, Greece. The Company is engaged in the transportation of dry bulk cargoes through the ownership and operation of dry bulk carriers.
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Books-A-Million, Inc. (Books-A-Millon) is a book retailer in the Southeastern United States. The Company operates both superstores and traditional bookstores. Superstores range in size from 8,000 to 36,000 square feet (sq. ft.) and operate under the names Books-A-Million, and Books and Co.
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