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Author James Patterson has selected the independent booksellers who are beneficiaries of his Holiday Bookstore Bonus Program, which in October he said would go to 600 booksellers in $500 increments. As he has done in previous years, Patterson pledged a substantial amount--$300,000 this fall--to fund the program. The complete list of recipients can be seen on the American Booksellers Association's website.
"Booksellers save lives. Period," Patterson said. "I'm happy to be able to acknowledge them and all their hard work this holiday season."
ABA CEO Allison Hill commented: "We appreciate Mr. Patterson's financial generosity as well as his generosity of spirit. We all continue to be awed by, and grateful for, Mr. Patterson's continuing support of independent booksellers. It means everything to have him recognize and reward the valuable role booksellers play in the industry."
Congratulations to the bookseller winners and many thanks to the ever-generous James Patterson!