Don't shop for Pop! at Borders...

because the chain has decided not to carry Pop! a novel we posted about earlier. Why is Borders passing on Pop!? Some say it's simply because they didn't think it would sell...but Aury Wallington, its author, thinks its because of the subject matter: de-virginization. Here's what she told the burger when we emailed her yesterday:

"I'm not sure why Borders isn't carrying my book, and I'm completely bummed about it, because I think it's a good, funny story that readers would like (most of the reviews -- and Planned Parenthood -- think so too!)....

I dedicated POP! to my neice, Natalie, so when she's ready to start thinking about sex and relationships and love, she'll have a way to get answers without the embarrassment of actually having to ask anyone.  (Although I guess I'll have to mail her a copy, since she won't be able to find it at Borders, which is the only bookstore in the small town where she lives...)

the one good thing about Borders decision? it makes me feel like Christian Slater in Pump Up the Volume..."

Oh, and we also asked her about her cool first name. Turns out it's short for Aurelia. 

Comments

[Laura]

So what you're saying is if we have the chance we should Hop on Pop!?

[dj]

definitely!! and nibble on some green eggs and ham while you're at it...