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Old 01-30-2012, 10:16 AM   #91
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couple things here -

first, the big 6 publishers are currently in agreement on what to charge for certain ebooks, so there's no competition involved.

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Let's hope that competition among providers keeps 'em honest. Otherwise, as already pointed out, there's always free library books available.
second, writers except for the really BIG writers get a miserable pittance for their efforts. and it's sometimes a difficult and long-term situation for the writers to get paid, too. check this out - it may give you a different view https://www.mobileread.com/forums/sho...ht=Tao+of+Pooh

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Writers and publishers are entitled to a reasonable reward for their efforts. But if they try to extort extra then people will find a way around. Most users are honest and law-abiding but their conscience doesn't bother them too much if they feel they are being ripped off!
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