Barnes & Noble announced that it would give away a free Nook Simple Touch e-reader, which retails for $79, to any customer who buys its high-definition Nook HD+ tablet between March 24 and March 31.

Barnes & Noble Inc. signed an employment agreement with CEO William Lynch to remain in his post for another two years, according to a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Barnes & Noble reported a loss in the fiscal third quarter, hurt by a 26% decline in revenue for its Nook e-book readers.

Leonard Riggio, founder and chairman of Barnes & Noble, has told the company’s board that he wants to make an offer for its retail business.

Barnes & Noble is planning to shutter approximately one-third of its stores during the next 10 years, CEO Mitchell Klipper said in an interview with the Wall Street Journal.

Virtual Piggy announced that it has expanded its digital distribution channel with the addition of Barnes & Noble and Sephora to its online store.

Barnes & Noble said it has detected tampering with PIN pad devices that are used in 63 of its stores.

Barnes & Noble announced that it will enter into a partnership with British retailer John Lewis to offer its Nook electronic readers in the United Kingdom.

Barnes & Noble reported that it lost $41 million in the first quarter, compared with a loss of $56.6 million in the same period last year.

Barnes & Noble CEO William Lynch was compensated $10 million in 2011, compared to $1.6 million in 2010, according to a report by the Associated Press.

Barnes & Noble announced the appointment of Thomas Donohue as VP treasurer, and Kanuj Malhotra as VP corporate development.

Barnes & Noble reported that it narrowed its loss for the quarter ended April 28 to $57.6 million, compared with a loss of $59.4 million in the year-ago fourth quarter.