Amazon and Macmillan Agree: You Should Pay More for E-Books

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Pete Cashmore
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Amazon and Macmillan Agree: You Should Pay More for E-Books

Macmillan printed books and e-books began to return to Amazon last night following a dispute over Amazon's $9.99 e-book pricing scheme. Under the agreement, publishers can now raise prices to up to $14.99.

Macmillan, which was later joined by fellow publisher Hachette, requested the price increases over fears that Amazon would undercut its hardcover sales.

Amazon reacted by pulling all Macmillan books, but later conceded to the publisher's demands. Under the agreed agency model, Amazon will receive 30% commission on sales.

Will you pay up to $14.99 for e-books? Let us know in the comments.

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