Edward McKay » Greensboro

The David Sedaris event was GREAT!

Administrator — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:40:11 +0000

Last Thursday, October 8th, Ed McKay’s was given the opportunity to sell books during An Evening With David Sedaris at War Memorial Stadium in Greensboro. It was delightful. In addition to being “shrewd,” “wickedly funny,” and “one of America’s most prickly and most delicious […] comic talents,” Mr. Sedaris is an exceptionally generous public speaker. For example, he likes to find independent bookstores to sell the merchandise at his events; that’s why we got to be there. Mr. Sedaris implored the audience to shop at Ed McKay’s, adding that he did so all the time. Additionally, Mr. Sedaris limited ticket sales to 1200 (the auditorium seats 2376) because he wanted to be able to talk to everybody. Which he did. For hours. And hours. And seemed to enjoy. In earnest.

If you weren’t able to go this time, please don’t despair. We have many new and autographed copies of each of his books and audiobooks available in Greensboro (we’re sorry we can’t accept trade credit for them since they are brand new). Perfect for the holidays. Come and get them while supplies last!

David Sedaris — in Just a Couple of Days!

Administrator — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 18:17:08 +0000

He’ll be here on Thursday! David Sedaris, bestselling author of several books including Me Talk Pretty One Day and When You Are Engulfed in Flames, will be in Greensboro October 8th at War Memorial Auditorium!

We’ve got the books and we’re ready to rock! We’ll have tables set up before and after the event to sell books for Mr. Sedaris to sign.

There’s still time to get tickets! You can buy them through Ticketmaster.

David Sedaris in Just a Couple of Weeks!

Administrator — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:47:25 +0000

Reminder! David Sedaris, bestselling author of several books including Me Talk Pretty One Day and When You Are Engulfed in Flames, will be in Greensboro October 8th at War Memorial Auditorium!

Your friendly local Edward McKay Used Books will be the bookseller for the event; we’ll have tables set up before and after the event to sell books for Mr. Sedaris to sign.

Interested in getting tickets? You can buy them through Ticketmaster.

Want to learn more about David Sedaris? There’s a very funny article from this past June in the UK Guardian.

David Sedaris is Coming .. and We’ve Got the Books!

Administrator — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 18:37:36 +0000

David Sedaris, bestselling author of several books including Me Talk Pretty One Day and When You Are Engulfed in Flames, is coming to Greensboro! He’ll be here on October 8th at War Memorial Auditorium, and your friendly local Edward McKay Used Books will be the bookseller for the event. We’ll have tables set up before and after the event to sell books for Mr. Sedaris to sign.

Interested in getting tickets? You can buy them through Ticketmaster. Can’t wait until October 8th? Here’s a clip of the David Sedaris appearance on Letterman, courtesy of YouTube:

We’ll have more details on the event as it gets closer, so stay tuned!

Greensboro Says: “Check Out Our DVDs!”

Administrator — Sat, 26 May 2007 17:19:41 +0000

Have a sudden craving to watch that favorite episode of the Simpsons? Need some one on one time with the Soprano family? Want to reminisce about the good old days with Sanford and Son? Well, have I got a deal for you. Here at Edward McKay’s Greensboro, DVD box sets are our specialty. With a wide selection and super low prices, you won’t need to look any further for that favorite season of Friends. So if you’re looking for quality DVDs at bargain prices, think Edward McKay’s Greensboro.

Greensboro Needs Holiday Help

Administrator — Fri, 10 Nov 2006 13:41:09 +0000

Our Greensboro location is currently looking for temporary help to work during the upcoming textbook and holiday season. These positions would run roughly from Dec. 1st to around the 3rd week in January. The salary for these openings is $6.50 per hour and previous cashier experience is required. All applications must be received by November 22nd to be considered. Applicants with questions about the job can email the text director at rogerh@edmckay.com .

The Greensboro Edward McKay’s Is Making a Big Move!

Administrator — Fri, 31 Mar 2006 05:09:24 +0000

You’ve heard the rumors — you’ve read the stories in the Greensboro News & Record (thanks Michelle Jarboe!) — and we’re here to tell you it’s true: Edward McKay Used Books & More is moving, the better to feed your head! Don’t fret; we’re not going far, just a few steps away to 1607 Battleground Avenue. Our phone number will remain the same: (336) 274-4448.

This new location is going to be much larger than the original. Our new home will feature larger aisles for easier shopping. We’ll also be adding new sections (vinyl records, anyone?) and making more room for your old favorites.

Of course, a move this big will be bumpy for a little while. We’ll be open at our CURRENT location — that is, 1410 Mill Street — through April 24. For the week preceding this date — April 17 through 23 — we’ll be doing limited buys from the public. Incoming buys will be limited to 2 medium-sized boxes OR 5 grocery bags of merchandise per visit. If you bring in more merchandise than that we will turn it away until after our move. Please keep this in mind – we’re not going to buy a lot because we don’t want to move it.

In order to move everything we will have to be closed for a few days. We will be closed April 25, April 26, and April 27. We will reopen bright and early at 9am on Friday, April 28th. Come join us!