If some of these ebooks are going for $50 or more... why are these people not taking them and publishing hard copies through programs such as Lulu. If it's worth that much, it should be worth enough to keep a hard copy forever. Think about that next time you shell out $97 for a 10-page 32-point font eBook. I know when I am releasing a few eBooks I've written over the months, I'll be taking the hard copy route. And Lulu ships worldwide. -Jay
I guess it's because you can't instantly download a hard copy. Perhaps you could offer both a digital download and hardcover too? Hardcovers also reduce the risk of illegal reproduction