In another twist in the ongoing fight between Amazon and publisher Hachette, Amazon has either demonstrated its true spirit of support for authors and readers, or made the best PR move in the history of book publishing. Yesterday, in a King Solomon-like letter that has not been sent to the publisher but was sent to various experts and author organizations for feedback and … [Read more...] about Amazon to Forfeit Royalties, Offers Hachette Authors 100% of Sales
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No News Is Still News for Amazon, Hachette Dispute
A headline in the Wall Street Journal today promised that a senior executive at Amazon had finally spoken openly about the ongoing dispute between the online retail giant and Hachette Book Group, one of the mainstays of publishing and a member of the Big Five. And the remarks attributed did come from VP Russ Grandinetti, but that's really where the amazement of the announcement … [Read more...] about No News Is Still News for Amazon, Hachette Dispute
Apple iPad vs Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 Battle for the Netherlands
Apple clearly has drawn first blood in its court battle against Samsung, who it accuses of having copied the look and feel of its iPad range of tablets. The outcome so far is that the Galaxy Tab 10.1 is banned from sale in Australia and the European Union. The ban however isn't applicable to a small part of Europe, the Netherlands. As such, Apple is forced to start its legal … [Read more...] about Apple iPad vs Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 Battle for the Netherlands