Yes, bestsellers and books in specialty areas. But the large majority of its books are sold at full price. Davis already has discounted bestsellers at Waldenbooks and at the University Bookstore. In addition, there are independents in Davis now that offer bookclub, classroom and bulk order discounts that meet or exceed Borders' discounts, and have for years. We would not allow such a store in Davis because of the destruction it would inflict on our neighborhoods.
Borders is no different.
At 22,000 square feet, it would be seven times the size of our largest independent bookstore. We do have something that is good. We have many bookstores, and we could have more, but we don't need a Goliath that will destroy choice and diversity. Certainly, we all subscribe to the free market. However, the free market should not harm the city.