Which retail innovation, introduced in the 1990s, revolutionized the book industry by combining coffee shops with large-format bookstores, creating a 'third place' for readers?

The publishing and bookselling industry has seen numerous innovations over the decades that transformed how we discover and consume literature. From independent bookshops to massive retail chains to online giants, the evolution of book retail has shaped literary culture worldwide. This trivia question focuses on a pivotal retail innovation that dramatically altered the book industry landscape and influenced reading habits across generations.

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Barnes & Noble's 'superstore' concept with in-store cafés
Amazon's 'one-click' book ordering system
Borders' multimedia sections with listening stations
Book-of-the-Month Club's subscription service