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Author Culture Podcast

Success in the Chaotic Publishing World

Will Kindle's Upcoming Change Hurt Authors?

FEB 23, 202528 MIN
Author Culture Podcast

Will Kindle's Upcoming Change Hurt Authors?

FEB 23, 202528 MIN

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<p>In this conversation, I discuss the recent changes in Amazon's Kindle ebook policies, addressing the concerns raised by readers and authors alike. I emphasize the importance of understanding the nature of digital ownership and licensing, the cultural implications of these changes, and offer practical advice for both readers and authors navigating this evolving landscape. The conversation aims to clarify misconceptions and equip listeners with the knowledge to make informed decisions about this new shift from Kindle. <strong>Source Materials:</strong><a target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMoCzeGnIss">Original Video from CriminOlly</a></p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.theverge.com/news/612898/amazon-removing-kindle-book-download-transfer-usb">Article from The Verge</a></p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.techradar.com/tablets/ereaders/amazon-just-killed-a-useful-kindle-usb-feature-leaving-me-stuck-with-less-flexibility-for-ebook-downloads-and-backups">Article from Tech Radar</a></p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://jipel.law.nyu.edu/can-you-own-an-ebook-a-summary-of-the-anti-ownership-ebook-economy-report/">Can You Own An Ebook? - NYU Journal of Intellectual Property and Entertainment Law</a></p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.copyright.gov/#maincontent">Research Copyright Law for Yourself</a></p><p><strong>Want More Current Events Posts?</strong> I’m offering <a target="_blank" href="https://authorculture.substack.com/subscribe?coupon=0ffd29bc">a special price deal for paid subscribers </a>through the end of February. <a target="_blank" href="https://authorculture.substack.com/subscribe?coupon=0ffd29bc"><strong>Click here to get 15% off a paid subscription - </strong></a><a target="_blank" href="https://authorculture.substack.com/subscribe?coupon=0ffd29bc"><strong><em>forever!</em></strong></a></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://authorculture.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_2">authorculture.substack.com/subscribe</a>