I’ve been a B&N customer for many years. I’ve loved, stood by and supported the company for many decades. My children were raised in the stores, on storytimes and events. A treat for good grades was a book. Much to their happiness. ❤️.
In the past few months, I’ve seen the most amazing booksellers, get “ let go” for poor sales. These people weren’t just booksellers, they became friends of my now grown children. People that we visited because we loved their literary knowledge, and personal touch. The roots were these people. The people that made a difference in my family’s life. A few people I’m in contact with, still with the company are addicts of something because of the stress. I’ve heard stories of managers, never getting lunch breaks. I heard about an old manager I knew having multiple heart attacks. This is crazy. I’m very disappointed in everything with this company. My money is going to Amazon. My prayers and heart to the great people that seemingly gave their lives for an overworked, underpaid position. Only to be sh-- on. Shame on you, Barnes& Noble.