There’s Nothing Quite Like a Real Book: The Secret Life of Bookstores
Last Inspired Marketing Friday, I challenged you to document the creation of your products in a unique way. This week, I bring you a bookseller that uses merchandise to provide a kinetic feast for the eyes, while combating online competition.
As of this post, the video has been seen nearly 1,300,000 times — and I suspect it has increased foot traffic and sales. Heck, if I lived in Toronto, I’d definitely visit Type Books and make a purchase or two.
For another boost of inspiration, visit the store’s website to see how it integrated the video into its homepage design. It’s an immersive experience that will surely create lots of fans.
What’s been inspiring YOU this week? It doesn’t have to be a video — it could be an awesome sales letter, a clever squeeze page or even a blog post. Let me know in the comments section below.







I wish I could have got over Torronto and would have gotten the chance to buy my desired books! Nice Task Kelly!!!
I’m originally from Toronto, haven’t been back for 3 years and seeing that video makes me homesick. And it’s so cool. Thank you for that.
FB liked and G+ this post cause it’s so amazing.
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I agree with you about creating your own products in a very unique way and definitely so true. Love to go to Toronto but it is too far from my place.
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Wow, I can’t believed that video has received so many views. It didn’t inspire me necessarily with my business, but it definitely inspires me to want to read more. lol
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nice post amazing books are always good friend