Just adding to the comments regarding 'Not Happy, John!' at Angus & Robertson bookshops. Looking through their store at Chatswood the other day, I couldn't find NHJ anywhere - and upon asking, was told that they don't have it in stock.

I found this situation quite strange, considering the book is one of the political works of the year, is distributed by a major publisher and has maintained respectable sales positions since release. While A&R not stocking NHJ mightn't seem particularly grave (one can always buy it elsewhere), the fact is that they're Australia's largest bookseller - and in many suburban, provincial and rural locations, the most accessible (and sometimes only) bookseller. So if they don't stock it, the message of NHJ is definitely curtailed.

So here's my suggestion: How about a little grassroots campaign encouraging the chain to stock the book? I'd encourage anyone who's 'Not Happy, A&R!' to send an email to the feedback and general enquiries address - [email protected] - or give head office a call on (03) 8623 1111. The contact details of every A&R store in Australia can also be found at www.angusrobertson.com.au. Angus & Robertson is a business, after all, and if they think they're losing out by not stocking the book, they'll very likely address the situation.

Margo: The A&R story is very mixed, to say the least. According to its website, NHJ is now in its top ten seller list, so franchisees in some areas may be making their own decision not to stock it. Dunno.