No ANCESTOR audio CDs
ARealGirl
I know I've been telling many of you for months that the ANCESTOR audio CDs would be out on June 22, because that's what I was told repeatedly by the publisher. After continued pressing to find out why they weren't on Amazon.com or in stores, I finally got some feedback from Tara Argoskin of Random House Audio.
Turns out ANCESTOR will only be available as an audio download, part of a continuing trend in publishing.
"The audio industry is going through some extreme changes and our entire business is shifting towards digital," Argoskin said. "I often ask people, 'when's the last time you went to the store and bought a CD of your favorite band?' and the answer is always the same, 'I can't remember, I buy everything on iTunes for years now.' The same rings true with audio content."
This makes sense to me. I apologize for telling many of you that the CDs would be out. I asked repeatedly, and that's what I'd been told all along. It's not a big deal, considering that the industry is shifting, but it's annoying when I pass on incorrect information to you guys.
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I'm with you.
Call me old-fashioned, but I much prefer 'real' books and CDs. Also, I've never owned an iPod and until very recently I didn't have access to broadband internet. Publishers seem to think they're increasing readership/listeners by making cheap downloads available - but it makes books and music LESS accessible to poor folk and to those living in regional/rural areas. In order to get your 'cheap' download, you need a computer and/or iPod and a fast internet connection (with a large download limit) which aren't readily available to everyone, especially to those with little disposable income. It also impacts on 'impulse buying'... I used to buy $4 CD singles, for example, every time I walked into a music store. Nowadays, I can't afford to buy a $35 CD album, so I don't buy anything at all.
I know country people are a minority, but poor people certainly aren't! And what about developing countries? Paperbacks and CDs at least have the potential to reach developing countries via donations and tourism. Downloads don't. Sorry for the rant, but I have real issues with limiting the world's access to music and reading material. grrrr
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I agree with you...
As much as I like the convenient nature of all things digital, there is nothing better than a physical copy of a book or a cd.
In the FDO's case, by purchasing the books we are not only helping him carry on to write more, but we are also making it worthwhile for him to release more free content. And, I think that a hell of a lot of people first heard of the FDO through the podcasts (I know there will be a few who bought books first), therefore in order to get this free content we must do our bit and support Scott.
There always be people who just listen to the podcasts, for whatever reason, but we should be supporting an author/artist/band by buying some of their products.
The internet is a huge tool for any artist and allows access to a huge number of people, so the promoters of those artists are within their rights to use this medium to push the product. But there are people who like to hold the product in their hands - I am one. If those people don't purchase the physical edition, as Scott has recently highlighted with the figures for Ancestor, then the danger is that promotors will lean more toward a purely digital product. And, I agree that is not the way to go. It has to be a mixture.
It is up to the consumer to ensure that there is a demand for a physical product by buying the books.
And I for one will continue to buy the books - and let's face it Junkies: they are lovely to look at at on the shelf! But I also like the digital stuff and Scott can push a lot of content out that way. It's a mix but support the FDO.
BUY THOSE GODDAMN BOOKS!
Mr Fast Fingers (title bestowed upon me by guestford_junkie) conveince
Your artwork!
The artwork you have for your cd's looks awesome.
Is there any chance you could give me the images for my cd's?
Cheers.
Mr Fast Fingers (title bestowed upon me by guestford_junkie)
Sure!
I gathered most all of the ones I used from this site but let me see if I can upload them to my Flikr and send you a link
Drop your socks and grab your... Copy of Ancestor! Owner of the Isis Ice Storm [flickr-photo:id=4779220092,size=m] Puller of strings
Drop your socks and grab your... Copy of Where the hell have I been! Owner of the Isis Ice Storm [flickr-photo:id=4779220092,size=m] Puller of strings
but you can always just burn a copy?
can't you?
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brilliant idea!
loving your work Coxy!
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On re-reading my original post...
I just wanted to clarify that I don't have a problem with electronic books/music/etc - it's only that I don't like the idea of publishers prioritising electronic versions and (eventually) 'phasing out' physical versions. I'm one of those 'few' who bought Scott's books before listening to his free podcasts. And I have to admit, while I have certainly enjoyed the podcasts, for ME it will never compare to holding an actual book in my hands. I love books. I also collect old books and I can't help but wonder...what happens when current e-book software becomes outdated and publishers don't feel that certain authors are 'worthy' of reproduction in the new software (as happened with cassettes and videos)? Do we lose their stories forever?
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