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NEW! From the Editor
(June 21, 2009, Issue #241)
In today's editorial, Ina Steiner highlights some of the news coming out of the Internet Retailer Conference and the eBay Developer's Conference last week, including a new Finding API, as well as news about the closure of eBay's Reseller Marketplace. Also read about Google Product Ads, something David predicted back in November. This and more in today's AuctionBytes-Update editorial!

NEW! Internet Retailer Conference Brings Retailers and Vendors Together
(June 21, 2009, Issue #241)
AuctionBytes Editor Ina Steiner attended the Internet Retailer Conference & Exhibition in Boston last week where she chaired one day of the Small Retailers track and visited the exhibit hall to talk to vendors and merchants. Here's her recap of the conference.

NEW! Silkfair Marketplace Promises Easy Way to Trade Online
(June 21, 2009, Issue #241)
Silkfair founder Albert Wu believes his site can fill all of the needs of online sellers with his marketplace and storefront solution, including marketing and SEO features. Launched one year ago, Silkfair is named for the historically important trading routes of the Far East known as the Silk Road. But you'll find much more than fabric, spices and ancient artifacts on this modern website!

NEW! First Item Sold Online: Spicy Transaction Gets Dicey
(June 21, 2009, Issue #241)
Do you remember the first item you ever sold online? Let us know by sending an email to ina@auctionbytes.com and we may publish your story. Today we hear from Elizabeth who discovered selling on eBay was the spice of life!

NEW! This & That: Online Auction Roundup
(June 21, 2009, Issue #241)
Some important cyber safety tips; eBay alternatives news roundup - all this in our This & That column!

NEW! Collector's Corner: Collectible Magazines
(June 21, 2009, Issue #241)
Some magazines can be worth big bucks on the secondary markets. On the other hand, a collection of National Geographic magazines does not ensure riches in your pocket. How do you know what's worth a second look when perusing boxes in the basement of your next estate sale or yardsaling adventure? Michele Alice gives us some tips and points to some useful resources.

NEW! AuctionBytes Soundoff: Letters from Readers
(June 21, 2009, Issue #241)
In every issue, readers soundoff about issues important to them. From feedback to payment services, from fees to posting policies, AuctionBytes Soundoff gives you a chance to air your views.

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