Barnes & Noble, Inc. (NYSE:BKS) entered into a release agreement (the “Release Agreement”) with its former Chief Executive Officer, Ronald D. Boire.  Under the Release Agreement, Mr. Boire and the Company agreed to release claims against each other in connection with Mr. Boire’s termination of employment in exchange for a cash payment contemplated by his employment agreement.  In connection with the execution of the Release Agreement, Mr. Boire also agreed to forfeit all equity awards that were granted to him by the Company.

The Company regrets that things did not work out for the longer term between Mr. Boire and the Company.  The Company appreciates Mr. Boire’s efforts on behalf of the Company, and the Company wishes Mr. Boire the best going forward.