National Book Store is the largest bookstore chain in the Philippines with 128 branches in the country.[1] It was set to open its first overseas branch, in Hong Kong, in September 2007. Contents [hide] 1 History 2 New Logo 3 An Institution 4 Rebuilding 5 References [edit] History Through the hard work and leadership of Socorro Cancio-Ramos and the late Jose Ramos with their family, the company has evolved from a small stall into the most popular bookstore chain in the Philippines. Before the Japanese occupation, the first National Book Store started as a stall shop in Escolta. It sold supplies, GI novels, and textbooks. When World War II broke out, strict book censorship forced them to shift their trade to soap, candies, and slippers. They bought their merchandise from wholesalers and peddled them to smaller retailers. After the war, the whole Escolta area was burned to the ground. With all their stocks reduced to ashes, the couple was forced to rebuild. They were able to rebuild a barong-barong, in the corner of Soler and Avenida Rizal, in time to catch the post-war business boom. They went back to business by selling textbooks, notebooks, pad paper, and pencils. Business went very well since there were only a few stores that sold school supplies and books at that time. National Book Store's opening was strategically timed to welcome the first postwar school year. In 1948, Typhoon Gene destroyed the store and soaked all the merchandise. Socorro CancioRamos and Jose Ramos, with their family, decided to rebuild again, and slept for only three hours a day, spending the rest of their hours at work. They eventually constructed a two-story building with a mezzanine, which was to become their retail store for many years. In the 1950s, Mrs. Ramos, the wife of Socorro Cancio-Ramos, thought of producing a line of greeting cards and postcards using Philippine views and artwork. It was a brilliant move for her to earn more. By creating a distinct design, it would promote Filipino customs and traditions to the rest of the world. Later on, they acquired the Philippine franchise for Hallmark cards. It was also at this time that the they began a publishing program through the assistance of international publishers such as McGraw-Hill, Prentice Hall, Lippincott, Addison-Wesley, and others. In 1955 and after five years of negotiations, the Ramoses were able to acquire a piece of prime property owned by the Guerreros. It was only in 1963, however, that the construction of the Albecer Building began. This building was named after the first three Cancio-Ramos children— Alfredo, Benjamin, and Cecilia. (AL-fredo, BE-njamin, and CE-cilia) Little did they know that this nine-story building was the first of many that they would build. When their children grew, they persuaded their parents to expand beyond Avenida Rizal. Although they were reluctant at first, the Ramos couple realized the opportunity envisioned by their children. They opened a new branch on Recto Avenue, a place catering to students. In the 1970s, they were able to acquire space in new shopping centers opening up in Cubao and Makati. This started the National Book Store chain's steady growth. By the 1990s there were over 50 branches across the country. National book store now consists of 128 branches, including NBS Express mini stores. [edit] New Logo 1996 brought significant change to National Book Store. The family decided to change the company logo and commissioned a Singapore design company to execute the new company identity. A more modern script was used, and what was once a striped background became a solid and bolder color red. This has brought a change in the store layout as well. Color-coded signs and logical merchandise displays provide a customer-friendly atmosphere in the branches. [edit] An Institution Over sixty five years of focused energy has brought National Book Store to where it is now: the pinnacle of the bookstore industry in the Philippines. The National Book Store family takes pride in its role as an institution that supports education and enhances lives by providing educational, professional, and social communication products. The values that took Mr. and Mrs. Socorro Ramos through adversity -- hard work, shrewd business skills and a strong sense of social responsibility -- remain the driving force for the whole Ramos family, their 2,500 employees in over 120 branches. They firmly believe that these values will keep National Book Store ahead in the future. [edit] Rebuilding In 1963, the Ramos family built a nine-story building that served/s as their base of operations. 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Membership and Registration 1. just click on the ―guest user‖ option and you will be allowed to continue with the ordering process even if you are not a registered user. How come there are shipping restrictions for certain products? This only applies to imported items (specific book and non-book products) and reprints that National Book Store has the right to sell in the Philippines only. Membership is absolutely free.wikipedia. and other seasonal items. you will find popular and best selling books.aspWhat is nationalbookstore.com. Please take time to answer our questionnaire. You will be able to view details of your registration. Once you have completed this. you can retrieve it by sending an e-mail with the following information to customerservice@myayala. It will then show you results of your search. enter key word/s in the white box provided for.Your account in nationalbookstore. author.com is your passport to convenient and secure online shopping. 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The message contains the items you ordered and approximate delivery time. How do I pay? What currency is used? Payments for purchased items are in Philippine Peso (PhP). Excluding Sundays and holiday orders will be delivered within the next 2-3 days from the time of APPROVAL for items to be shipped within Metro Manila. Actual conversion is done by the Issuing Bank. How will I receive the items I purchased? How long? Nationalbookstore. and 3-5 days for provincial delivery.com or myAyala.2. please notify us via email at info@nationalbookstore. For more detailed information on Shipping. International transactions. .ph 5. which get charged in US Dollars or other currencies. proceed to the Shipping page. The message would also contain your online purchase transaction number. Some items such as large or customized goods may take a longer time to fulfill delivery. 6. When do I get charged for my purchase? Upon receipt of the Delivery Confirmation email advising that your order had already been delivered. 2. What do I do if I want to return an item? Please notify us via email at bookfinder@nationalbookstore. All information is encrypted in our server and as it is sent it can't be hacked or intercepted. you will be asked to provide details of your shipping address. for cross-reference purposes.com uses Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption following the best practices for e-commerce. Returns and Cancellations 1. To know if your transaction is secure locate the locked padlock icon or the blue key icon (depending on the browser that you are using). A delivery charge will be added to the total cost of items purchased. which will be added to the total cost of items purchased. while at all other transaction pages we use the SSL 128-bit (the encryption standard for banks). which is particularly very secure as it is the encryption used for financial institutions. Are items in nationalbookstore. 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Customer Service 1. unadulterated review. all original. When can I cancel an order? You can cancel an order before approval by the credit card company. Limit your words in 500 or less. 2 Your review – your personal. 2. When you receive your Approval Confirmation e-mail advising the Transaction Approval. We shall investigate on the matter and advise you of return instructions. this signifies that the Credit Card Company and your Bank have accepted and approved your Credit Card transaction. Who do I contact for help? For general comments – positive and negative.com. At this point. For more information on these policies. suggestions. Fill out every required field 1 Your headline –a quick overview of your review. Your city When writing your review: 1.from receipt of the item. Before you get started. please read these simple rules to make sure your reviews are posted. Whether you want your email address displayed with your name 5. you are no longer allowed to cancel your order in the same manner that a credit card has already been swiped during a physical card transaction. Avoid using any profanities.ph For all inquiries relating to your purchase. or any slanderous words. Customer Review Rules Share your own reviews for books. please refer to our Order Cancellation page. obscenities or vulgarities . and questions. be descriptive and certainly no single-word reviews . please refer to our Returns page. always state your Transaction Number for reference purposes. please contact us at info@nationalbookstore. For more information on return policies. 2. you may register at http://www. What is a wish list? The Wish List is a virtual shopping list for NBS registered members. just click the "Add to Wish List" bUtton.please. Stick to the content of the book. found on the upper left corner of the page. 4. If you are not yet a registered member. Can other people view my Wish List? Yes. How do I delete products in my Wish List? To delete an item from the Wish List. You have the option to make your Wish List private or public. and the item will automatically be added to the your Wish List. Nationalbookstore. How do I view my Wish List? After logging in. What is a public Wish List? . It is a place where you can save items for future purchase so you don't have to search for them again later. Also. 2. Your review would be posted within 2-3 working days (excluding Saturday and Sunday).asp. You use your Wish List to save products you reorder frequently. but only if you choose to make it viewable by the public. click the "View Wish List" button. What is a private Wish List? Private Wish Lists can only be viewed by the member when he/she is logged in to the NBS website. below the welcome note. 3. 7. simply click the "Delete from Wish List" button.com reserves the right not to post a review or edit your review when it violates any of the rules on item. 5. 4. you may use it to send gift ideas to friends and family. How do I add products to my Wish List? To add an item to the Wish List. Your review might be helpful to other readers. This is also ideal when you are listing items to give to family and friends. Wish List 1. Don't spill the beans by telling everyone how the story ends or even hint about it.nationalbookstore. 3. 5. No need to use HTML tags. 6.com/members/register. But I can still see them in my Wish List. However. you would have to delete the item manually from your list. How can I delete them? An item will automatically be deleted from the wish list only if the item has been ordered and the order has been "approved" and delivered. you have to be registered. The email address will help you identify the wish list you are looking for.Public Wish Lists can be viewed by anyone searching for the name of the member. 11. How can I search for someone else's wish list? Use the search button on the upper right hand corner of the page. Are there any items that cannot be added to the Wish List? All items found in the NBS website can be added to the Wish List.com/members/register. 8.nationalbookstore.asp. so make sure you know your friend's email address. 12. you may register at http://www. anyone can purchase for the member. Your family and friend's won't have to second-guess what to give you because they will see exactly what you want. 9. Globe G-Cash FAQs What is G-Cash? G-Cash is a service that turns your cell phone into an electronic wallet -. Just click the "delete from wish list" button. Prepaid and Postpaid Globe and Touch Mobile subscribers can easily and conveniently do the following just by texting. . I am ready to buy an item in my Wish List. These items will then be added to your shopping cart. The search result would appear of the name you typed including the respective email address. In this case. if someone else has bought an item in your wish list for you. 13. any item in his/her Wish List. select "wish list".and it's a first from Globe! With G-Cash. If you are not yet a registered member. select the items that you wish to purchase by clicking on the "Buy Now" button. 10. and type the first name. How many items can I add to my Wish List? There are no limit as to how many items your Wish List can hold. What should I do? From your Wish List. Can I use the Wish List if I don't have an account? No. Second. How can I confirm payment if I forgot my reference number/there was no confirmation text received? You will receive an email notification once your order has been processed and approved. Browse through the product selection in the National Book Store website and choose the products that you want to purchase. Add the products to your shopping cart and then click on the checkout button. a Globe or TM phone may be used to pay several bills regardless of the account holder so long as the correct information is provided.all made possible by the banking institutions and money transfer services you've come to trust over the years. However. Enter the mobile number you will use (follow the 09XXyyyyyyy format) Wait for text funding confirmation within 2 to 3 days. you must be a registered Globe G-Cash subscriber. Source: http://en. send G-Cash both here and from abroad receive G-Cash and exchange it for cash (you may exchange G-cash for cash at any Globe Business Center or you may go to any G-Cash outlet authorized to do cash-out make payments It's fast. No response after 5 minutes cancels the transaction. simply follow the following steps: First. Non-subscribers can also send cash electronically to Globe and Touch Mobile subscribers through authorized G-Cash cash-in outlets.wikipilipinas.org/index. Fill out the shipping and billing information.php?title=Top_10_Bookstores_in_the_Philippines . Select G-Cash as your payment option on the drop down menu. secure. Can I use Globe G-Cash even if I'm not a Globe subscriber? This service is only available to Globe and Touch Mobile subscribers. How do I start using Globe G-Cash in the National Book Store website? To start using Globe G-Cash. you must have sufficient Globe G-Cash in your wallet. and reliable -. Reply to this text with your MPIN. Be it to look for magazines. textbooks. It started out in 1948 as a school supply and textbook store. . If it’s school supplies you’re looking for. pocketbooks or classics. National is that one place to go. plus Fully Booked boasts a wider variety of book titles that Pinoy bibliophiles appreciate. Its main branch is the recently-renovated four-story building in Cubao (take time to visit the topmost floor for a wide selection of previously-owned books). “Laking National”? Looks like most of us are. here are the top 10 bookstores that we flocked to this 2009: National Book Store If there’s one bookstore that Pinoys go to. sterile atmosphere ubiquitous in NBS. Fully Booked somehow offers a more luxurious. having 92 branches all over the Philippines. Fully Booked is giving it a run for its money. but now it’s a giant corporation. comfortable ambience than the stark. it must be NBS.Top 10 Bookstores in the Philippines Pinoys love to read. National Book Store is now a veritable household name. evidenced by the fact that bookstores are always full in a way that clothing stores rarely become. Fully Booked Though National Book Store used to dominate the book store industry in the Philippines. Do know that Booksale is best browsed through if you’re not looking for a specific title but more for a particular type or book category. Books For Less . It’s 100 percent Pinoy and has more than 5. Its main strength lies in its wide selection of textbooks that are usually rarely found elsewhere. Booksale stores are usually very small and cozy. Goodwill Bookstore Goodwill is an alternative option for the three popular bookstores mentioned above. and now Powerbooks is one of the giant three of bookstores in the Philippines.Powerbooks As with Fully Booked. Spend hours looking at previously-owned classics and outdated magazines at a sizeable discount. as they began to provide comfortable couches for everybody. Booksale is definitely for you. with the hardbound books loosely organized by category. Powerbooks is probably the first bookstore in the Philippines to actually encourage shoppers to read their wares.000 stores all over our country. Booksale If you’re the type of person who loves the thrill of the hunt (for books). and the rest (magazines and pocketbooks) open for browsing in gigantic bins and racks. Powerbooks also offers a relaxing atmosphere that somehow encourages you to stay and browse through their amazing collection of books. This gamble apparently paid off. we’re talking 70% off bookstore prices. Just remember not to be too obvious at showing your glee once you learn the price . having been established in the 1950’s. Ever Gotesco – Manila. Centralbooks Centralbooks is not that familiar to Pinoys. they have to be included here in this list. where you could order a particular book title which they could reprint in a matter of minutes.Davao and Robinson’s Place – Iloilo). and as the name implies. Aldevinco .Another alternative if you’re looking for something different. expect to pay less for your loved titles. however. Merriam & Webster Bookstore This is yet another alternative option. It offers a grand idea for book printing. try out this option if you ever have a hard time looking for that one book you’re just dying to read. This is another Pinoyowned bookstore. No more out of print titles. as well as interactive CD-ROMs. having only 8 branches in the country (including SM Megamall. such as classroom charts and posters. it has a “books on demand” offer. its main specialty are textbooks and teaching materials. Those book stalls in Recto Yes. Browse through their previously-owned book collection and you might chance upon a rare title you’ve been looking for. you could probably ask for an even . Rex Bookstore Rex Bookstore is one of the oldest bookstores in the Philippines. take the time to scour through stalls at Recto. but you could adequately rely on this bookstore for your basic school supply needs. Some Merriam & Webster branches may not house that many book titles. Currently. If you’re looking for previously-owned highschool or college reference books. The mobile library gives every Filipino child the chance to freely browse and read good books. Anvil Publishing. if your bargaining skills are sharp. Inc. public libraries and barangays nationwide. It was then revived after National Book Store Foundation.classifieds1000. Philippine Literature and Culture that visits public elementary schools. Science. Inc. (NBSI). These projects are not only limited to the mobile library but also has extended to book and school supplies donation programs. Recognizing its efforts. a Memorandum of Agreement was signed between the .lower price. Just be sure to check the pages to see if they’re all there! [edit] References Books 4 success (Accessed 29 December 2009) Philippine Books Directory.com (Accessed OUR ORGANIZATION Driven by the mutual desire to promote literacy and readership awareness among Filipino children.com (Accessed 29 December 2009) List of bookstore Chains Wikipedia. But due to logistical problems. (NBSFI) was established towards the end of 2004 by the third generation of NBSI's Ramoses. Buklat Aklat is a collection of about 500 books covering the fields of Math. and the Reading Association of the Philippines (RAP) launched the Buklat Aklat Mobile Library Project in 1998.ph (Accessed 29 December 2009) Great Bookstores in the Philippines Hubpages. The alarming problem of inaccessibility to basic services in education has also prompted NBSFI to venture to other projects that aims to help the underprivileged acquire rightful access to quality education. The responses from each school visited across the country were really overwhelming since many of them do not have libraries at all. Buklat Aklat temporarily halted. NBSFI holds the responsibility for the continuous implementation of the Buklat Aklat Mobile Library Project as its acts as the official socio-civic arm of NBSI.org (Accessed 29 December 2009) Booksforless. National Book Store Inc.com (Accessed 29 December 2009) Central. In addition. To promote reading and its importance to the development of nation by exposing young children to a wide selection of reading materials. Math. PCNC was established to certify non-profit organizations that meet established criteria for financial management and accountability in the service to underprivileged Filipinos. VISION We see a future where all Filipinos love to read. the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) recognized NBSFI’s effort to contribute in the upliftment of the poor. OUR PROJECTS Buklat Aklat Mobile Library Buklat Aklat is a collection of about 500 books covering the fields of Science. DepEd assists the Foundation in the implementation of its programs to public schools. fully stocked libraries in public schools especially in underserved areas in the country. especially among public school children. To foster reading as a lifelong habit among Filipino children. To encourage reading. NBSFI has also acquired accreditation from the Philippine Council for NGO Certification (PCNC).Department of Education (DepEd) and NBSFI in 2005. and To help build up-to-date. vulnerable and disadvantaged sector of our society. giving every Filipino child the chance to freely browse . GOALS To assist underprivileged children acquire rightful access. Certification by PCNC is a "seal of good housekeeping" that funding partners and prospective donors may consider in their choice of organizations to support. DepEd has also enlisted NBSFI as one of their partners under its Adopt – A –School Program. To provide a venue for reading through mobile libraries and reading corners in the schools and barangays. Philippine Literature and Culture that visits public elementary schools and other impoverished learning centers nationwide. In 2006. MISSION We aim to make Filipinos love books and we shall develop readers by making books more accessible to the people who need them the most. The campaign was aimed at encouraging all NBS patrons to purchase books as donations which were turned-over to different public scholastic institutions for their library start-up.A. Buklat Aklat Mobile Library Cart This project aims to reach more underserved areas with a creative means of acquiring knowledge through reading. These were all carefully chosen to ensure the organization’s line of thrust. the Buklat Aklat Mobile Library Project has benefited close to 1000 schools all over the country. Aklat Mo: A Christmas Book Drive Last November 2006. This library has more reference and reading materials such as the Book of Knowledge. products you buy.and read good books. marked products. The more B. Children can now enjoy longer access to good quality reading materials. Since then. The Buklat Aklat Mobile Library Cart Project aims to deliver the ―wonders‖ of reading books to far flung barangays. can now directly help public school children realize their dream of having a well-stocked and updated library in their schools by buying B. The mobile library also provides activities such as storytelling.M products goes directly to NBSFI to fund more Buklat Aklat Libraries for public schools nationwide. Unlike the Mobile Library. For soliciting organization(s). author or illustrator talks and even teacher and parenting workshops on reading. . With the birth of NBSFI and its projects.A. the Leave Behind Library is permanently donated to a chosen scholastic institution. Handog Ko. NBSFI and NBS will now adopt this project on a yearly basis hoping that more customers will participate to help more children realize their dream of having good reading books within their reach. NBSFI has launched it’s first-ever book raising campaign involving the NBS community. OUR BENEFICIARIES Since 1998. What makes it possible for National Book Store patrons to directly help in this project? The answer is that part of the proceeds from the B. by creating a make shift reading area where the community children can gather and experience the benefits of reading. the mobile library has already visited close to a hundred schools and learning centers benefiting more than a thousand kids. the more mileage you give Buklat Aklat to reach less fortunate readers in the country. dictionaries.A.M. a letter of inquiry must be submitted to NBSFI. barangay daycare centers and other civic and nonprofit organizations.M. Buklat Aklat Mileage (BAM) Fund raising Patrons of National Book Store Inc. the Buklat Aklat Leave Behind Library is an offshoot project of the mobile library consisting of a similar collection with that of the Mobile Library. libraries. several education-related groups have been assisted–from public schools. This will help us evaluate the amount of support we can extend. almanacs. Buklat Aklat Leave Behind Library Project Started in 2007. Because of its success. novels and other awarding winning literary materials. ―Having experienced hardships when I was growing up. Inc. I wanted to share all the blessings that I have been receiving by giving children the tools to improve their condition in life.National Book Store. together with celebrity actor Diether Ocampo and Pizza Hut recently treated 100 schoolchildren from Tagapo Elementary School in Laguna to a day of reading fun during the Book It Buklat Aklat (BIBA) Leave Behind Library turnover. Ocampo read ―Bilog na Itlog‖ by Al Santos and Josefina Sanchez to the delight of the first grade kids.. ―Reading will open a lot doors and help kids realize their dreams. Pizza Hut partners to build libraries The National Book Store Foundation.‖ Ocampo said.‖ . the students from Tagapo also received school supplies from the National Book Store Foundation’s Project Aral drive which gathered study kits from loyal National Book Store patrons. Every little bit helps.On the other hand. We have to encourage the kids to read and we have to do what we can to get them a better education. .‖ In addition to the library. National Book Store Foundation Chairman Trina Alindogan says: ―Reading and education are really the keys to a brighter future for kids. BIBA. aims to increase reading interest among public school children by helping schools and communities furnish and refurbish their libraries. a collaborative effort of the two companies. . 00 Luzon Tour: P175.000.000. Leave Behind Package: This package includes one complete set of the library books and the logistic costs for the launch. author and illustrator talks and other fun-filled activities Workshop for teachers and parents Option to place company / organization name and logo on the front cover of all Buklat Aklat books Option to place one streamer in the venue during the Buklat Aklat Mobile Library tour Option to distribute flyers or freebies during the Buklat Aklat Mobile Library tour Acknowledgement in all publicity and event press releases Entitles the donor to full tax deduction pursuant to Section 34 (H)(1) and exemption from donor’s tax pursuant to Section 101 (A) (3) of the National Internal Revenue Code of 1997 Furthermore. Click on the icon to upload the volunteer information sheet file.00 Visayas-Mindanao Tour: P200.000. NBSFI encourages everyone to lend a hand and let the children know that you care for their future. if donating to a public school. NBSFI can facilitate an additional 50% tax incentive as pursuant to the Adopt-A-School Program Option to consider the project as the company’s / organization’s corporate social responsibility Post project evaluation and documentation NCR Tour: P165.00 b. Build libraries NBSFI continues to seek assistance from various corporate groups. socio-civic organizations and even private individuals with the same ideals of promoting reading and education in the Philippines. civic volunteer groups and even concerned individuals can do so much. There are various ways to reach out to public school children. Coverage: The library will be named after your company / organization Launch events such as storytelling. Book Funding Packages: a.Help us in our pursuit Be a Volunteer Interested school organizations. author and illustrator talks and other fun-filled activities Workshop for teachers and parents Option to place company / organization name and logo on the front cover of all Buklat Aklat books Option to place one streamer in the venue during the Buklat Aklat Leave Behind . Tour Package: The package includes one set of library books and the logistic costs for touring the library in six (6) host schools/locations Coverage: The library will be named after your company / organization Weekly events such as storytelling. Our vision is to build a thousand knowledge centers in the Asia-Pacific region by 2025. if donating to a public school. All our efforts are concentrated to serve this purpose. reaching more customers through our growing branch network. Mobile Cart Package: The package includes one set of library books. .000.00 c.000. NBSFI can facilitate an additional 50% tax incentive as pursuant to the Adopt-A-School Program Option to consider the project as the company’s / organization’s corporate social responsibility Post project evaluation complete with documentation Luzon / NCR area: P135.000. We provide the largest selection of products and services. author and illustrator talks and other fun-filled activities Option to place company / organization name and logo on the front cover of all Buklat Aklat books Option to place one streamer in the venue during the Buklat Aklat Mobile Library Cart launch Option to distribute flyers or freebies during the Buklat Aklat Mobile Library Cart launch Acknowledgement in all publicity and event press releases Entitles the donor to full deduction pursuant to Section 34 (H)(1) and exemption from donor’s tax pursuant to Section 101 (A) (3) of the National Internal Revenue Code of 1997 Option to consider the project as the company’s / organization’s corporate social responsibility Post project evaluation and complete documentation Our Purpose. the cart and the logistic costs for the launch. Vision and Values Our purpose is to serve our customers with tools that enrich their minds and improve skills to ensure their success.00 Visayas area: P150. and spreading the love of reading and learning through our advocacy and community campaigns.00 Mindanao area: P160. Coverage: The library will be named after your company / organization Launch events such as storytelling. launch Option to distribute flyers or freebies during the Buklat Aklat Leave Behind launch Acknowledgement in all publicity and event press releases Entitles the donor to full deduction pursuant to Section 34 (H)(1) and exemption from donor’s tax pursuant to Section 101 (A) (3) of the National Internal Revenue Code of 1997 Furthermore. It was also at this time that the couple began a publishing program through the assistance of international publishers such as McGraw-Hill. and slippers. Liberation came. Ramos thought of producing a line of greeting cards and postcards using Philippine views and artwork. 1950’s-1960’s: INCREASING PRODUCT LINES In the 1950's. spending the rest of their hours at work. strict book censorship forced them to shift their trade to soap. there were only a few stores that sold school supplies and books. Later on. pad paper. 1930's -1940's: HUMBLE BEGINNINGS The first National Book Store started as a stall shop in Escolta before the Japanese occupation selling supplies. the Ramoses were able to acquire a piece of prime property owned by the Guerreros. GI novels. When war broke out. and textbooks. Through the hard work and powerful leadership of Socorro Cancio-Ramos and the late Jose Ramos with their family.Our core values are: having Malasakit. having Dignity in what we do. This building was named after their three children -. Having this MINDSET is key to our success. Mrs. Having all their stocks reduced to ashes left the couple with nothing but determination and an undying drive to succeed. Addison-Wesley. But this did not dampen the spirit and tenacity of the couple to pursue their dream and rebuild National Book Store. Lippincott. They slept for only three hours a day. 1948 brought another trial to the Ramos' life. being Innovative. Our History Luck is only a small part of National Book Store's success. They went back to business using their door as a counter for selling textbooks. And their persistence paid off. National Book Store's opening was strategically timed to welcome the first postwar school year. Typhoon Gene destroyed their store and soaked all the merchandise. however. and others. but the whole Escolta area was burned to the ground. the company has evolved from its humble beginnings into the biggest and strongest bookstore chain in the Philippines. which was to become their retail store for many years. . Prentice Hall. They were able to rebuild a barong-barong in the corner of Soler and Avenida Rizal in time to catch the post-war business boom. Business went very well because during that time. and pencils. Adversity forced them to work harder. In 1955 and after five years of negotiations. candies. It was only in 1963. Benjamin.Alfredo. They were eventually able to construct a two-story building with a mezzanine. They bought their merchandise from wholesalers and peddled them to smaller retailers. they acquired the Philippine franchise for Hallmark cards. that the construction of the Albecer Building began. notebooks. It was a brilliant move for her to earn more by creating a distinct design and at the same time to promote Filipino customs and traditions to the rest of the world. being Service-Oriented and striving for Excellence and working as Team. Color-coded signages and logical merchandise displays provide a customer-friendly atmosphere in the branches. Ramos through adversity -. shrewd business skills and a strong sense of social responsibility -. and social communication products. This has spawned a change in the store layout as well. a place catering to students.hard work. Although they were reluctant at first. This started the National Book Store chain's steady growth and by the 1990’s there were over 50 branches across the country. professional. the stripes made solid with a bolder shade of red. they were able to acquire space in new shopping centers opening up in Cubao and Makati. The values that took Mr.remain the driving force for the whole Ramos family. and will keep National Book Store ahead in the next century. They opened a new branch on Recto Avenue. Little did they know that this nine-story building was the first of many that they would build.500 employees in over 108 branches. NATIONAL BOOK STORE: AN INSTITUTION Over sixty years of focused energy has brought National Book Store to where it is now: the pinnacle of the bookstore industry in the Philippines. their 2. they persuaded their parents to expand beyond Avenida Rizal. the Ramos couple realized the opportunity envisioned by their children. More than that. . In the 1970's. the National Book Store family takes pride in its role as an institution that supports education and enhances lives by providing the best and widest selection of educational. 1970's-1990's: STEADY EXPANSION When their children grew. The family decided to change the company logo and commissioned a Singapore design company to execute the new company identity. A modernized script evolved.and Cecilia. and Mrs. A NEW COMPANY LOGO 1996 brought significant change to National Book Store. The ―Magalogue‖ is free to any customer who wishes to browse and use it to make their shopping list. It’s an avenue to share information and connect with the proponents of the benefits of reading. Members are given exclusive discounts on selected items. ―Passages‖ was recently added to the list of communication tools for National Book Stores’ partners in education. A loyalty program named Laking National.INNOVATIONS The start of the new millennium ushered in exciting innovations at National Book Store. as well as benefits from partner establishments. the National Book Store Foundation Inc. The program underscored the affinity of the company’s brand with its most valued and loyal customers. "Passages‖ is a National Book Store quarterly magazine for reading educators. exclusive privileges and services. A magazine-type product catalog showcasing the latest in school and office supplies is produced yearly in time for the back-to-school season. which literally mean. Laking National was created to retain its most valuable customers and provide additional value for the business they have given National Book Store over the years. The foundation reaches out to people all over the country and spreads the message that through reading and learning. was officially established in 2004. was launched. To further support National Book Store’s Purpose. people can . ―having grown up with National Book Store‖. Best Buy Pals was created specifically for the choosy and trendseeking teens. The new site enables National Book Store to reach more customers on a global scale. new and exciting features are added to make the calendar a more useful and effective communication and marketing tool. National Book Store launched its new e-commerce site on October 2006.pursue their dreams and realize their life’s purpose. . Every year. This new product line ensures that teens have new and exciting designs of school supplies and accessories to choose from. Although not new in selling products online. The annual product calendar features books and school and office supplies available at the stores. bearing in mind Filipinos overseas who prefer to send their support for their relatives through National Book Store’s products of learning and creativity. Gifts. please visit our online store www. PRODUCTS Books For 65 years. Most importantly. Video and Seasonal Products To catch up with changing times and the growing variety of customers’ needs. every product is of the best quality at the best price—even students can purchase them off their allowances. From ordinary supplies to creative novelties. gift ideas. Mother’s Day.nationalbookstore. students and professionals in search of a particular item seldom leave the stores disappointed. National Book Store continues to empower minds with a selection of over 20 categories—suiting every interest from all walks of life. music. It has been instrumental in shaping young minds by nurturing children with books rich in core values and providing a wide array of academic titles and reprints for their education. Music. From birthdays to other special occasions such as Valentine’s Day. Graduation. National Book Store always has something fresh to showcase–making it a one-stop shop the whole year round! Product Categories . National Book Store has added toys. School and Office Supplies and Equipment National Book Store also offers every imaginable product for school and office use. Toys. As they blossom into discerning readers and book-loving citizens.com. National Book Store has served countless generations with high-quality reading materials at the most competitive prices. video and seasonal products to its product mix.Products and Services To browse specific products and purchase. Halloween and Christmas. 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Mind & Body History & Culture Home & Garden Multimedia New Age Parenting & Families Reference Religion & Spirituality Science Sports & Fitness Teens Textbooks Travel Toys and Games * * * * Activity Educational Games Licensed Toys Audio and Video * Audio/Video Accessories * Audio CD * DVD * VCD Seasonal * * * * Christmas Graduation Halloween Valentine Services National Book Store has expanded its services to keep customers satisfied. This red mesh tote is sturdy and can handle moderate to heavy purchases. The RED bag (stands for Reduce Earth’s Destruction bag) is NBS’ response to the everpressing challenge of reducing solid waste by limiting the use of plastic bags in retail stores. durable. It is ideal for office and school supplies shopping. ―earth- .* Trodat Stamp Printing New reusable shopping bag in NBS National Book Store is saving the earth one shopping bag at a time with its new reusable shopping bag. It is roomy. it recognizes its role in the proliferation of non- biodegradable refuse and its greater influence in reversing this harmful practice. As the largest bookstore chain in the country. and most importantly. Limited stocks only.50 off your purchase every time you shop with the RED bag.000 or buy it for P65 only. .‖ With the launch of this ―ecobag. Avail of the RED bag for a minimum purchase of P1.‖ NBS hopes to help change the Filipinos’ consumption practices and do its part in caring for the environment. Get P0.friendly.