by James S. Hirsch
(6)Publication Date: February 9, 2010
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February 9, 2010 It looks like they They declare that war against e-bookers. Here is another one of those situations where the Kindle version is not available upon the release of the expensive hard cover.For the life of me, I don't understand how these publishers think. They are swimming against the tide. I am NEVER going to buys a hard cover book. EVER. It makes no sense for me to lug it around when ebooker I can fit 1,000 books on a smaller form factor.For a dedicated, Scribner loses NOTHING by releasing the ebook now. Because all of electronic book I will ever spend on their products is the format. And I simply am astounded by the lousy business judgement in turning off who are technologically advanced. It is bad for business. When people I used to buy hard cover books, at least four people would read each book I bought - it made its way around the office. On the other hand, I can't do the same thing with the ebook version so those people have to buy their own books now. To say nothing of the savings in shipping, materials, etc.Do publishers like Scribners believe that they can turn back the clock and undo the ebook revolution. Might as well fight to save the buggy whip industry too. My attitude is hardening - I am getting to a point where I am beginning to avoid books that are part of this gambit. There is still Scribners plenty in the world that I can enjoy reading. So get with the program, MacMillan etc. Your policy reminds me of the old days 40 plus years ago when every movie marquee sported a sign that said " pay tv" and anti cable tv petitions were located in the lobbies.You of stop is able not stop progress.
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