About the book
Available now in paperback from the world's bestselling author - A collection of passionate, true stories about the power of reading.
'No one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades.' LEE CHILD
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To be a bookseller or librarian . . .
You have to play detective.
Be a treasure hunter. A matchmaker. A brilliant listener.
A person who creates a kind of magic by pulling a book from a shelf, handing it to someone and saying, 'You've got to read this. You're going to love it'.
In this love letter to the heroes of literacy, James Patterson uncovers true stories from booksellers and librarians. Prepare to enter a world where you can feed your curiosities, discover new voices, and find whatever you need.
Meet the smart and talented people who live between the shelves - and who can't wait to help you find your next great read.
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MORE PRAISE FOR JAMES PATTERSON
'James Patterson is The Boss. End of.' IAN RANKIN
'The master storyteller of our times' HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
'One of the greatest storytellers of all time' PATRICIA CORNWELL
'Patterson is in a class by himself' GUARDIAN
Editions of Secret Lives of Booksellers & Librarians
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781529918892
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781529918908
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781804947975
- EBook
- ISBN 9781804947982
Read an Excerpt
Available now in paperback from the world's bestselling author - A collection of passionate, true stories about the power of reading.
'No one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades.' LEE CHILD
_________________________________
To be a bookseller or librarian . . .
You have to play detective.
Be a treasure hunter. A matchmaker. A brilliant listener.
A person who creates a kind of magic by pulling a book from a shelf, handing it to someone and saying, 'You've got to read this. You're going to love it'.
In this love letter to the heroes of literacy, James Patterson uncovers true stories from booksellers and librarians. Prepare to enter a world where you can feed your curiosities, discover new voices, and find whatever you need.
Meet the smart and talented people who live between the shelves - and who can't wait to help you find your next great read.
_________________________________
MORE PRAISE FOR JAMES PATTERSON
'James Patterson is The Boss. End of.' IAN RANKIN
'The master storyteller of our times' HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
'One of the greatest storytellers of all time' PATRICIA CORNWELL
'Patterson is in a class by himself' GUARDIAN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Secret Lives of Booksellers & Librarians about?
Available now in paperback from the world's bestselling author - A collection of passionate, true stories about the power of reading.
'No one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades.' LEE CHILD
_________________________________
To be a bookseller or librarian . . .
You have to play detective.
Be a treasure hunter. A matchmaker. A brilliant listener.
A person who creates a kind of magic by pulling a book from a shelf, handing it to someone and saying, 'You've got to read this. You're going to love it'.
In this love letter to the heroes of literacy, James Patterson uncovers true stories from booksellers and librarians. Prepare to enter a world where you can feed your curiosities, discover new voices, and find whatever you need.
Meet the smart and talented people who live between the shelves - and who can't wait to help you find your next great read.
_________________________________
MORE PRAISE FOR JAMES PATTERSON
'James Patterson is The Boss. End of.' IAN RANKIN
'The master storyteller of our times' HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
'One of the greatest storytellers of all time' PATRICIA CORNWELL
'Patterson is in a class by himself' GUARDIAN
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Secret Lives of Booksellers & Librarians?
Biography, Literature and Literary studies > Biography and non-fiction prose > Reportage, journalism or collected columns > Interviews / discussions
Where can I read a sample of Secret Lives of Booksellers & Librarians?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781529918892
How long is Secret Lives of Booksellers & Librarians and how many pages does it have?
Secret Lives of Booksellers & Librarians has 352 page(s)
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Secret Lives of Booksellers & Librarians?
James Patterson
Who is the Publisher of the book Secret Lives of Booksellers & Librarians?
Cornerstone
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Secret Lives of Booksellers & Librarians is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781529918892) and paperback(ISBN 9781529918908) and paperback(ISBN 9781804947975) and ebook(ISBN 9781804947982)
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