I've had interactions with Harpe and he strikes me as a bit of a bully at times. I lost all respect for him a while ago and don't see that coming back any time soon.
Pretty sweet deal. The norm I've seen around here is that the bookstore gets 40 percent, even on consignment. Not a "tip." A requirement of the deal.At one of my PA signings, I furnished the books, and tipped the book store proprieter 20%of the selling price ($4.00 tip per sale) . . . .
Ken, I should have explained - it was a used book store. The proprieter was tickled pink to get 20%. I only sold around five or six books. One of the customers in the small MI town was the town mortician.Pretty sweet deal. The norm I've seen around here is that the bookstore gets 40 percent, even on consignment. Not a "tip." A requirement of the deal.
--Ken
Ah. Even the used book store I know in this area that hosts signings (and also carries some new books, esp. by local authors) requires 40 percent discount (although that is negotiable under special circumstances).Ken, I should have explained - it was a used book store. The proprietor was tickled pink to get 20%. I only sold around five or six books. One of the customers in the small MI town was the town mortician.
Ron
Dear Author,
Alright, one more week, for authors who choose to have books on hand! Remember, this one-time discount offer will not come back anytime soon.
All orders of 20 or more copies: 55 pct discount.
Phone orders only, at 301 695 1707, between 9am - 5pm EST. Hardcovers are excluded, but full-color books are included! Offer expires this Friday, Sept. 12.
Thank you!
PublishAmerica Author Support Team
Alright, one more week,
And what "hardcovers"? As I recall, that "Independence" imprint died a-borning several years ago.
Kind of like a Motel 6 offering a discount, but adding, "Honeymoon suites with a jacuzzi and heart-shaped bed excluded."