This post and accompanying infographic from the blog of Taking the Lane, a feminist cycling zine from Elly Blue Publishing, takes a look at various book distribution models and the related financial repercussions. The path that an author chooses can have a dramatic effect on how many copies of a book have to be sold for an author to earn at least the minimum wage.

The distribution question is particularly relevant given the ongoing battle between Amazon and Hachette over profit margins, and the impact the fight is having on authors.

Click the image below to view the full infographic.

INFOGRAPHIC: The Business of Publishing: The Distribution Question

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Margot Knorr Mancini
A thought leader in the publishing industry, Margot Knorr Mancini has helped numerous publishers redefine their missions to become nimble content generators with the ability to repurpose content easily and efficiently. As Founder & CEO of Technology for Publishing, her analytical mind allows her to remain a step ahead of the industry, recognizing early trends and developing pivotal best practices.
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