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Originally Posted by jhempel24
I'll be honest, I don't know where you are looking, but about 90% of the books I've actually downloaded were pretty much retail versions.
There are a TON out there that are JUNK though. And yes, it's easier to just buy the book and have it professionally formatted....unless it's through Smashwords, then they format like pirates.
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This is a bit harsh on Smashwords. It's out there for works of all quality, sets formatting standards, gives endless advice, employs checkers and good conversion software and does what it can to get a good looking, readable product out there- all at no cost to the author.
You gotta remember that it's an open system - anyone can publish, and often it's a case of RIRO (rubbish in, rubbish out). I say bless them for their acceptance of all, for letting the market decide on talent, and for not being as anal as Apple, who demand total html perfection before they'll take you onto their precious platform.