Inauspicious start for the agency model – 28 free books a mistake?

April 4th, 2010 admin

Harper Collins’ generosity in offering 28 free books yesterday might have been a mistake (or an interesting marketing strategy). Nearly all the free books offered yesterday have been pulled. What makes it likely to be a mistake is that it wasn’t just that the price was increased – the books themselves were pulled. How can you ensure you get free books before the offer ends or before they get pulled? Well, check this blog daily or subscribe to it via email (button on the right side column) – That way you know instantly and can download books as soon as they become free. Here are the various things that happen – Books are made …


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