Absolutely. Recently there was a book I wanted that a local Barnes & Noble actually had in stock. I was happy to go there to buy it, but not for a $15 premium v

Absolutely. Recently there was a book I wanted that a local Barnes & Noble actually had in stock. I was happy to go there to buy it, but not for a $15 premium verses Amazon (or bn.com!) That book was only $35 list price too. Being able to go and get something you want immediately – and happen to not want in eBook form – is worth some small premium, but not at nearly 100% markup vs your own online store.