They couldn't care less about books . Your business is crucial to their survival .
People here care about reading .
Books are less of a commodity and more of a pleasure at most Independents. They have books by tiny presses and often self published items like 'zines. They will special order any book you want within a few weeks. If you go in enough, the staff will remember your name and tastes . Independents are run and managed by people who care about books and the neighborhood.