Hardbacks thrown a lifeline by Daunt

Written By: Benedicte Page and Lisa Campbell Publication Date: Fri, 11/11/2011 - 07:40 Publishers are rethinking their format strategies as Waterstone's m.d. James Daunt's avowed fondness for the hardback creates an impetus away from paperback-first publication. Daunt has spoken publicly about his wish to champion hardback editions, with publishers deeming his attitude a welcome change from the dominant trend of recent years. read more Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2011-11-11 00:00:00 UTC ]
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