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I am definitely learning a lot as I peruse sites and asked a few other authors questions!
Most authors I've spoken with like smash...I haven't heard from any readers! There are also far more fantasy/sci fi books than cozy mysteries--which can be a good thing in that there is less competition, but also could mean there is less demand. I was surprised that my Sage book (fantasy novellsa) has done better on Kindle than my Catch an Honest Thief book, which is cozy mystery. Could have something to do with who reads on devices or could just be that the mystery isn't that enticing! I do know that there are a LOT more fantasy short story markets online than mystery (mystery is about 5, whereas fantasy is probably over 50).
One thing is that there isn't a nice "store" where all customers flock--it would be nice if Sony had a storefront--if anyone knows of one, please let me know so that I can check it out. There's several storefronts (mentioned here and other places) with varying levels of file types, some with DRM, some not.
It's a lot to get a handle on. Guess that is what happens when you've got relatively new technology exploding into popularity!!!
Thanks again everyone for the suggestions and feedback. I do get the point that not everyone wants to own a Kindle (or can).
Maria
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