Borders The Bookstore Claiming Bankruptcy!!!!!, page 2

Originally posted by thisguyrighthere
I dont think digital media is killing albums or books. It certainly isnt to blame for the end of these monster stores.

No, but it is PART of the problem. As I said, the other HUGE part is used book stores.

Originally posted by thisguyrighthere
What's happening to real books and real albums is they're getting more valuable. Not like a commodity or a stock but for the buyer there will be more thought in acquiring one which in turn creates more thought and care behind the creation of one.

I assume you mean they're getting more expensive? Yes, this is true. Harlequin, one of my publishers, actually sent out a notice to all their authors asking them to write short. Obviously, they're trying to cut down on paper costs.

Originally posted by thisguyrighthere
The big conglomo book depository will be replaced by a small bookseller specializing in local and regional authors and hosting talks and appearances of local and regional authors. I see it here everyday. Nobody is getting rich but it's a living and they get to do what they enjoy doing and the consumer gets a more intimate and valuable experience. The same is happening with music.
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Well I sure hope so...but I will tell you this. I love, love, LOVE my digital sales. I get 30% royalties as opposed to 8% for my paperback sales. And the money is instant, meaning I don't have to wait four months for my royalties (publishers pay per-quarter). I, too, love the feel of a book in my hand. I honestly don't think that will go away, ever. But I do think digital is the wave of the future.

Pam

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