Interesting to see this post from you Iain. My books have only just gone into e-book format on Amazon.com and Amazon.co.uk For a long while I was very sceptical about doing so - I like books! That I can hold that is.
But having now played with a Kindle, I can really see it's benefits. I haven't played with an i-pad yet but I hear good stuff about them too. And from my books point of view it really helps potential readers around the world to get hold of copies, where its difficult to snag a paperback version in particular.
The system is really easy to use too, and it has the benefit of potential buyers being able to read a good chunk of the first chapters before buying. Like the read? Buy it. Think its grim, no money spent, just a little time. Phew, I hope I'm not shooting myself in the foot with that comment!
I'll be interested to see what people think about e-books. Good idea? Paper books better?
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