Book Printing--Mixed Results, Mixed Future

Courier Corp., which primarily services the religious, educational and specialized publishing markets, announced it had increased its net income by 27 percent during fiscal year 1999.

Stephen Snyder, executive vice president of the Book Manufacturers Institute, believes publishing confidence during 1999 was aided by the availability of paper in substantial quantities and at price levels that stimulated activity. As for 2000, he feels there will be ample opportunities.