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Originally Posted by Kumabjorn
My intention was not to rekindle a debate between free vs. paid. What I am curious about is what will happen when a generation that believes the norm to be free media has taken over, particularly as it relates to books and writing. I don't think we are going to change that generation's view regarding free media. Hence, there will come a day when free media becomes the norm. So my simple question is if you can't make money writing, who will write?
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If such a day comes, then you'll be looking at a shareware or patronage type of model. People who have disposable income and who care about creative arts will give to -- or buy from -- their favorite authors, musicians, artists, etc.