So, what exactly is a 'Deal' on an eBook?

Xia · 11-06-2009, 04:08 AM

I guess what I mean primarily is: What is considered an eBook 'Deal' for the purposes of this forum?

Of course anything $Free is a 'Deal' and definitely should be posted.

But what about the higher price ranges?

I've been posting 'Deals' for the (US) Kindle in this forum, but haven't really understood what the parameters of a 'Deal' are.

So I would greatly appreciate some input &/or guidance here: What is the top price an eBook can have and still be qualified as a deal for the purposes of this forum? Or, is the merit of a 'Deal' based on how much it is discounted?

All input is much appreciated!

Cheers,
Alexia

HarryT · 11-06-2009, 04:10 AM

Simply whatever you personally think would be of interest to other MR members. There's no hard and fast definition of what a "deal" is.

Donnageddon · 11-06-2009, 04:25 AM

I usually use this equation to calculate if the price of the eBook is really a deal

If B is < 42, I consider it a deal.

But Harry's way of figuring this out is OK too.

HarryT · 11-06-2009, 04:28 AM

What is the meaning of the variables in your equation?

Xia · 11-06-2009, 04:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Donnageddon

I usually use this equation to calculate if the price of the eBook is really a deal

If B is < 42, I consider it a deal.

But Harry's way of figuring this out is OK too.

Um, I'm a little rusty, but... I think the Mice would approve.

Donnageddon · 11-06-2009, 04:36 AM

B is a "Barrier" nominal. (as in "deal" barrier i.e. 42)
t = tax
pp = # of book pages
p = published ISBN #
A = Accepted retail price.

Xia · 11-06-2009, 04:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Donnageddon

B is a "Barrier" nominal. (as in "deal" barrier i.e. 42)
t = tax
pp = # of book pages
p = published ISBN #
A = Accepted retail price.

Well! Obviously I've come to the right place!

Gotta love the 'p' part especially. And the 'pp.'

PieOPah · 11-06-2009, 06:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Donnageddon

I usually use this equation to calculate if the price of the eBook is really a deal

If B is < 42, I consider it a deal.

Unfortunately this doesn't take into consideration Geographical Restrictions of currency conversions...

Slite · 11-06-2009, 06:24 AM

A 'deal' to me is something that isn't restricted to a certain device, or geographic region.

But the formula works as a substitute for that

Donnageddon · 11-06-2009, 06:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PieOPah

Unfortunately this doesn't take into consideration Geographical Restrictions of currency conversions...

Yes, of course. But this is based on the Hiegelfiegal Copenhagen convention of 1931. Which, as you know, allows for the Krieglmyer Interpretation of non-linear currency fluctuations based on geoplasma tunnel-states quantified hypermechanically on a tri-euclidean phase sphere.

I know this is controversial, but my data backs up its predictive value, as evidenced here

Dr. Drib · 11-06-2009, 07:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Donnageddon

I usually use this equation to calculate if the price of the eBook is really a deal

If B is < 42, I consider it a deal.

But Harry's way of figuring this out is OK too.

it's about time we had some levity on some serious questions.

Don

Dr. Drib · 11-06-2009, 07:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Donnageddon

Yes, of course. But this is based on the Hiegelfiegal Copenhagen convention of 1931. Which, as you know, allows for the Krieglmyer Interpretation of non-linear currency fluctuations based on geoplasma tunnel-states quantified hypermechanically on a tri-euclidean phase sphere.

I know this is controversial, but my data backs up its predictive value, as evidenced here

I knew that!

Don

jinlo · 11-06-2009, 08:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Donnageddon

Actually, I think the question is answered by that little guy turning the wheel thingy. If he turns the wheel a small amount, it's just a little deal. If he turns it a whole bunch, then it's a great big deal. With that in mind, just ask the little guy with the wheel what he thinks.

Slite · 11-06-2009, 09:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jinlo

Actually, I think the question is answered by that little guy turning the wheel thingy. If he turns the wheel a small amount, it's just a little deal. If he turns it a whole bunch, then it's a great big deal. With that in mind, just ask the little guy with the wheel what he thinks.

Wheel? I thought that was an 18th century version of a Segway...

jinlo · 11-06-2009, 10:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Slite

Wheel? I thought that was an 18th century version of a Segway...

Hmmmmm, after closer inspection, it appears you are correct. It looks kind of like a unicycle. The little guy riding it, however, is endangering his... uhmmm... well, let's just say if he shifts forward he's going to need an ice pack and some morphine.

11-06-2009, 04:08 AM	#1
Xia Zealot Posts: 148 Karma: 1112 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Insomnia Device: Kindle 1 (x2)	So, what exactly is a 'Deal' on an eBook? I guess what I mean primarily is: What is considered an eBook 'Deal' for the purposes of this forum? Of course anything $Free is a 'Deal' and definitely should be posted. But what about the higher price ranges? I've been posting 'Deals' for the (US) Kindle in this forum, but haven't really understood what the parameters of a 'Deal' are. So I would greatly appreciate some input &/or guidance here: What is the top price an eBook can have and still be qualified as a deal for the purposes of this forum? Or, is the merit of a 'Deal' based on how much it is discounted? All input is much appreciated! Cheers, Alexia Last edited by Xia; 11-06-2009 at 04:09 AM. Reason: typo

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11-06-2009, 04:10 AM	#2
HarryT eBook Enthusiast Posts: 85,560 Karma: 93980341 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: UK Device: Kindle Oasis 2, iPad Pro 10.5", iPhone 6	Simply whatever you personally think would be of interest to other MR members. There's no hard and fast definition of what a "deal" is.

11-06-2009, 04:25 AM	#3
Donnageddon Now you lishen here... Posts: 2,494 Karma: 479498 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Seattle-ish Device: Sony PRS-650. Kobo Touch, Kindle Fire	I usually use this equation to calculate if the price of the eBook is really a deal If B is < 42, I consider it a deal. But Harry's way of figuring this out is OK too.

11-06-2009, 04:28 AM	#4
HarryT eBook Enthusiast Posts: 85,560 Karma: 93980341 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: UK Device: Kindle Oasis 2, iPad Pro 10.5", iPhone 6	What is the meaning of the variables in your equation?

11-06-2009, 04:36 AM	#6
Donnageddon Now you lishen here... Posts: 2,494 Karma: 479498 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Seattle-ish Device: Sony PRS-650. Kobo Touch, Kindle Fire	B is a "Barrier" nominal. (as in "deal" barrier i.e. 42) t = tax pp = # of book pages p = published ISBN # A = Accepted retail price.

11-06-2009, 06:24 AM	#9
Slite Icanhasdonuts? Posts: 2,837 Karma: 532407 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Mölnbo, Sweden Device: Kobo Aura 2nd edition, Kobo Clara HD	A 'deal' to me is something that isn't restricted to a certain device, or geographic region. But the formula works as a substitute for that