Writers and Publishers
Anthony Horowitz dares ask whether publishers are necessary to writers anymore. (via @IndoorsType)
A Decision to Self-Publish
Publishing powerhouse Jackie Collins explains her decision to self-publish and the business of books.
The Cost of an E-Book
Digital Book World explains why e-books rarely cost less than hardcopies. (thanks, Dan!)
John vs. Patrick vs. Carol
John Perkins interviews the Gutter’s Comics Editor and Evil Overlord, Carol on the John vs. Patrick Podcast. There’s some talk of Gutter history and a warning that you don’t want to mess with Romance Editor Chris, she will cut you.
“Blood, Kin and Structure”
Writers Joe Lansdale and Andrew Vachss have a conversation about their books Edge of Dark Water and That’s How I Roll, the power of books, the importance of libraries and librarians, publishing as a fixed fight and a helluva lot more. Part one and part two.
How HBO Makes Money With Game of Thrones
Slate is wondering, “If premium cable channels like HBO and Showtime aren’t judged by the Nielsens, how do they define success? And how does a niche program like Game of Thrones—beloved by fans, but watched by a tiny fraction of the viewing public—make money?”
