Links for Writers
Here’s an synthesis of interesting articles about publishing and writing from the last couple of weeks…
Our friends at IPTIAM take a look at the economics behind the iPad and Apple’s forthcoming electronic bookstore.
Which brings up the question “If a book sells for $14.99 on Ipad, how much does an author get of that?”
a) $10.99
b) $4.99
c) $.99 cents and a free mousepad
d) none of the above
The answer might surprise you...
The writer Dani Shapiro explores some of the themes swirling around every writer’s head these days, i.e. how long is this state of transition in the publishing industry everybody is talking about going to last?
Her essay hints at what literary agents around NYC have been whispering for the past year: in the future a lot fewer people are going to self-identify as writers?
“But in the last several years, I’ve watched friends and colleagues suddenly find themselves without publishers after having brought out many books. Writers now use words like “track” and “mid-list” and “brand” and “platform.” They tweet and blog and make Facebook friends in the time they used to spend writing. Authors who stumble can find themselves quickly in dire straits. How, under these conditions, can a writer take the risks required to create something original and resonant and true?”
Other stories caught your eye? Send ‘em or tweet @rodesfishburne
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