Patricia Cryan Email & Phone Number

65 James Street, Worcester, Ma 01603

Internet, mail order, and convention sales of comic books and graphic novels, audio dramas on compact disc, books for children and adults, DVDs, toys, magazines, greeting cards, role-playing game supplies, and much more appealing to fans of the genres of science fiction, fantasy, horror, and mystery.

Numerous temporary clerical assignments ranging from academic secretary for a local college to customer service representative at a home heating oil company.

I was the Head of the Children's Department in one of the largest independent bookstores in the country, coordinating events and booksignings, overseeing sales of more than ten thousand titles, managing staff, and working closely with our Juvenile Titles Buyer, as well as with other department heads. I later moved to the Purchasing Department and handled vendor relations and ordering for all areas of the store.

Handled cradle-to-grave loan collections for secured loans for cars, boats, and mobile homes, reducing delinquency and avoiding repossessions and costly referrals to the Legal and Recovery Division.

Part-time employment at a family-owned bookstore specializing in books and gifts for children of all ages.

I worked as an Assistant Manager and a buyer for Waldenbooks' discount outlet, called Reader's Market.