The Dark Side of Bestseller Lists

Reblogged from Savvy Writers & e-Books online:

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... or how newspapers don't tell the whole truth - and not only newspapers, but also book statistic firms, wealthy writers and certain big publishers. Have you ever wondered how some books could reach bestseller status? And how could this be, so short after they are on the market?

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BookScan or BookScam?

But first a statement: Bestseller doesn't mean it is a terrific book, worth to read. 

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Excellent article from Doris-Maria Heilmann at 111 Publishing. Also a good article mentioned by Indies Unlimited at http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001...#