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Originally Posted by Over
Anyway, back on topic, I still wonder how can those publishers sell paper books cheaper than the ebook version, at launch! I'm talking about hardbacks!
I know ebooks aren't mainstream and that can influence proces, but... 74% discount? Is that any indication of their profit margin with books?!
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As a loss-leader, I'd imagine. Amazon are probably hoping to gain new customers who will buy other - profitable - books from them.