Barnes & Noble is an American bookselling company that operates the largest chain of bookstores in the United States. They also have a website where they sell books, ebooks, music, DVDs, Blu-rays, toys, games, and more.
Founded in 1886 as a printing business
In 1917, the company opened its first retail store on 5th Avenue in New York City
In the 1970s, Barnes & Noble became the first bookstore chain to advertise on television
In 1997, the website BN.com was launched
In 2019, Elliott Management Corporation acquired Barnes & Noble
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Barnes & Noble sells a wide variety of books in-store and online, including bestsellers, children's books, cookbooks, biographies, fiction, non-fiction, and more.
Barnes & Noble offers a large selection of ebooks that can be read on their Nook e-reader or on devices with the free Nook app installed.
Barnes & Noble sells a selection of toys and games for all ages, including puzzles, board games, action figures, and more.
Yes, Barnes & Noble offers a 14-day return policy for new and used books purchased in-store or online, as long as they are in their original condition.
Yes, Barnes & Noble offers gift wrapping for an additional fee.
Yes, Barnes & Noble sells textbooks both in-store and online.
Yes, Barnes & Noble offers a selection of audiobooks that can be downloaded and listened to on their Nook app or on compatible devices.
Yes, Barnes & Noble has a loyalty program called Barnes & Noble Membership, which offers exclusive discounts, free express shipping online, and more.