Larry McMurtry , the author, also owns several bookstores and will sell hard copies . In his opinion, the future of books will become less important due to the electronic reading devices (Kindle, e.g.) Right now, books can be purchased for as little as one cent (plus shipping) if you want to expand or start your own library. McMurtry stated that book publishers are cutting way back due in large part to the expanding role of the electronic devices.
A friend of mine, a retired History Professor, has authored 30 books. Publishers are admitting that the electronic reading devices are partly responsible for the decline of the publishing business.
T. J. Ryan
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