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Gravatar Karen Funk Blocher said:
It sounds a lot like the PA/self-publishing mindset, doesn't it? Perhaps they hope that if the contributors all work together to promote the book it will get some sales, and it will all work out...somehow. Meanwhile, look! They're in a book!
Date: 10/17/2008 2:18:48 PM

Gravatar Julie said:
I have seen some micropresses started by ex-PA authors, and I'm not sure how well they've fared.

I've certainly done my share of promotion, but the idea of committing to do a lot of promotion on something like this bothers me. It's one thing if I'm the publisher; I'm the one putting my money on the line to make the project a success. Most writers are happy to promote their work, but they shouldn't be required to do so unless the publisher picks up all expenses.
Date: 10/18/2008 8:10:10 PM

Gravatar Karen Funk Blocher said:
It sounds a lot like the PA/self-publishing mindset, doesn't it? Perhaps they hope that if the contributors all work together to promote the book it will get some sales, and it will all work out...somehow. Meanwhile, look! They're in a book!
Date: 10/17/2008 2:18:48 PM

Gravatar Julie said:
I have seen some micropresses started by ex-PA authors, and I'm not sure how well they've fared.

I've certainly done my share of promotion, but the idea of committing to do a lot of promotion on something like this bothers me. It's one thing if I'm the publisher; I'm the one putting my money on the line to make the project a success. Most writers are happy to promote their work, but they shouldn't be required to do so unless the publisher picks up all expenses.
Date: 10/18/2008 8:10:10 PM



 

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