The CirclePOS Promotions Tool with Discount Codes for Bookstores is a handy feature that lets bookstores craft personalised online promotions tailored for specific target audiences using discount codes.
Year: 2023
System Updates 1 – 30 November 2023
In November we worked on:
• General Ledger – a new general ledger feature and credit note improvements
• Stripe – finessing the live connection, improving refund process.
• Website – improvements to the website carousel and mobile views
• R6, Vue3 Upgrade (& Ruby) – lots of upgrades this month in preparation for a smooth December
‘Question 7’, Top Seller for November 2023
Trent Dalton’s latest offering, Lola in the Mirror (PB) took number one spot in October selling 5,456 copies
This was followed by another title new to the list, Killing for Country: A Family Story, by David Marr. This sold 2,897 copies.
The Seven, the latest thriller by Chris Hammer came in third with 2,072 sales.
Is CirclePOS right for Second Hand Bookselling
Introduction Originally designed for new bookstores, CirclePOS has evolved over the years to support a growing number of second hand stores. Second hand bookselling is a specialised business with unique requirements and stock. Not least of which is the challenge of not being able to simply ‘reorder’ stock. Although there are parts of the system … Read More
The Benefits of Personal Training for CirclePOS onboarding
Utilising a personal trainer for your CirclePOS system is highly recommended, and will make getting up and running much easier and faster.
“The benefit of one-on-one training is the opportunity to speak directly with an experienced bookseller who has a firm understanding of the CirclePOS Inventory Management System.” Matt Lupica – CirclePOS trainer and manager of the Bookbarn group
System Updates 1 – 31 October 2023
In October we worked on:
•. Self Onboarding – the process of getting started with Circle continues to improve
•. Stripe – this connection is very close to being ready
•. General Ledger – a new feature to increase reporting and tax management
•. POS – A customer payment surcharge is now available on the Tyro integration
•. Help – The new and improved help teb is worth having a look at in the back office
•. Website – Book selection now opens in a new tab
•. Performance – Continuing backend and front end upgrades to stay current and improve security and performance
Featured Bookstore #1: Matilda Bookshop
Behind the Shelves with Matilda Bookshop An Adelaide Hills bookshop looks forward and back, respecting its forty-year history while embracing new technology and new methods. Perhaps it’s the climate that makes the South Australia town of Stirling, 15 km north of the Adelaide CBD, such a community of booklovers. It has a reputation as the … Read More
Featured Bookstore #2: The Rosebud Book Barn
Behind the Shelves with Rosebud Book Barn In the world of bookselling, every bookshop has a unique tale to tell. In this second edition of our ‘Behind the Shelves’ series, we had the privilege of chatting with Matt Lupica, the dynamic force behind the renowned Rosebud Book Barn in Australia. The Bookselling Journey Matt is … Read More
Lola in the Mirror, Top Seller for October 2023
Trent Dalton’s latest offering, Lola in the Mirror (PB) took number one spot in October selling 5,456 copies
This was followed by another title new to the list, Killing for Country: A Family Story, by David Marr. This sold 2,897 copies.
The Seven, the latest thriller by Chris Hammer came in third with 2,072 sales.
Analysis: Modern Server Rendering Frameworks in Developing a Bookstore Site
Single Page Applications (SPAs) have gained popularity due to their responsiveness, interactivity, and enhanced development experience. However, they often fall short in terms of SEO, performance, and user experience. Modern server rendering frameworks have been crafted to overcome these shortcomings, offering a range of optimisations.