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I don't know about comedy, but they recently offered a "Humble ebook bundle", which included the first novels of different series. It's a great way to find out
by mercurial 13y ago
I don't know about comedy, but they recently offered a "Humble ebook bundle", which included the first novels of different series. It's a great way to find out if you like the series and want to purchase more. Just like it's a good way of purchasing games, and I'll gladly pay much more than the average to support indies. I think it has really worked out both for sellers, buyers and Humble Bundle so far.
- VLM 13y agoAbout one Internet generation ago a paper sci fi (real scifi, not like TV "sy fy") publisher called Baen had the same exact business model except with cdroms. It worked. I hear it worked very profitably. As an anecdote I blew a lot of money with them after reading the first novel or whatever. Also gained a couple new authors I still like. There's probably a startup opportunity in other areas where "the first hit is free" works pretty well. Someone should try it with TV shows.
- dublinben 13y agoIf it's any testament, Baen is still around and has quite a few free books on their website.