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When a publisher might not do as good a job as a self-publishing author

The Idea Logical Company

We’ve previously explored what I called “the end of the trade publishing concept” , which stems from the now wide-open opportunity to publish available to anybody with a computer and something to deliver as a book. Now bookstores account for as little as 20 percent of the sales.

Publisher 299
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Bindery Books: A Way to Restructure the Book Publishing Model

The Idea Logical Company

The case has been made here repeatedly over years that the business and operating model of book publishing as it has been throughout my 50+-year career is irretrievably broken. And the publishers no longer have any moat around the retailing marketplace protecting them.

Publisher 236
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What the ruling against the PRH-S&S merger means for the publishing business

The Idea Logical Company

That will not be good news to Hachette and HarperCollins, both of which opposed the PRH-S&S merger but probably hoped they could pursue S&S if the publisher remained independent. The five biggest publishers are probably at their high water mark for market share. The biggest winner with today’s decision is Ingram.

Publisher 276
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Checking facts with players who are still in the game

The Idea Logical Company

My insight into the commercial world of book publishing is no longer informed by daily contact with people making their living in it. And that everything that was ever made available remains on sale through “normal channels” (which is “online”, not “in store”) forever.

Publisher 340
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100+ Digital Marketing Statistics to Help You Compete in 2023

Smart Blogger

As a small business owner, digital marketing statistics can give your content marketing strategy a competitive edge in 2023. You know it’s difficult balancing content marketing and sales with actually creating your product or delivering your service. So too, must your digital marketing strategy.

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21 Day Digital Marketing Challenge

Neil Patel

How confident do you feel about your digital marketing strategy? If you aren’t seeing the results you hoped for, this guide will walk you through a 21 day digital marketing challenge that will help you reach your digital marketing goals. A Digital Marketing 21 Day Challenge.

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The Key to Digital Marketing Mastery with Business Case Studies

Copywriter Collective

In the ever-changing digital marketing landscape, strategic content writing has emerged as more than a trend. Digital marketing mastery has become a fundamental element for success. By blending creativity, SEO savvy, and market insights, content can become a powerful tool in your digital marketing arsenal.