Thread: Publishers 'completely divided' over e-book pricing
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Old 10-07-2009, 12:03 AM   #60
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Originally Posted by Xerxes View Post
Wow... Didn't know this. I frequent these stores for Graphic novels, quick picks and the like. Plus, I'm always getting coupons from both BN and Borders. There's also the Starbucks in BN that I like to read and study in. I just never seen the life blood leaving these stores yet. With Borders, I can, but mainly because their prices are higher and the atmosphere isn't as... I can't describe it.

Looking at the Market Cap, I don't think BN would have much problem acquiring Borders. Also didn't they just announce a deal with Plastic Logic and Irex to start offering readers of their own? Also didn't they acquire Fictionwise. I think they have a lot more life left than you give them credit for.
As you can see, they are trying hard to get into the ebook business. Physical bookstores will be a niche market for specialty and collectors' items in the not too distant future.
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