April 22, 2019

Why should you pay more (if you can) for a book that’s cheaper on Amazon? Read this thread from an indie bookseller

Ryan Harrington

Over the years we’ve had much to say about the economics of book publishing, from how difficult it is to subsist as a writer to the value of sub rights and beyond.… Read more »

Amazon

Returning an ebook after reading: is Amazon's return policy damaging to authors and publishers? — Nikki Griffiths
Dave Eggers’ new hardcover will be available in indie bookstores only — Bryn Goldstein
"BoxedOut" campaign to warn customers of costs of shopping on Amazon this season — Ryan Harrington
California and Washington enter Amazon investigation — Andy Dion

The New York Public Library is bringing you books via bookmobile

Stephanie DeLuca

Libraries continue to be the best: The New York Public Library is bringing back bookmobiles. While the NYPL has employed bookmobiles for over 100 years, this is the first time… Read more »

New browser extension lets you search for that book you wanted direct from local library

Alex Primiani

One of the perks of working in the book business is, of course, the free books… but what to do if you can’t get your hands on that hot new… Read more »