I keep googling around to find this observation I made a few years ago on Teleread; now I am putting it on my own blog in the hopes that it will be easier to find.
NAGLE’S FIRST LAW OF EBOOK PROMOTION AND DISTRIBUTION: Comparatively speaking, it requires more effort to persuade a reader to invest TIME in an e-book than MONEY.
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A "marvelous, thought-provoking, daring novel" about a father's deluded love for his daughter $0.99
What if Don Quixote were an Ohio janitor who loved comic books? "A fun read of a journey of discovery, adventure, and relationships." $1.99
Lyrical, narrative, and dramatical works, with subjects imagined, invented, and derived from Native American culture. "... ambitious, epic in its style, containing many great lines and ideas, but also strangely baffling." $1
Government worker and his friends discover a way save his agency millions ... but instead of receiving praise, finds themselves in hot water. "Modern-day tale with working-class folks: part fable, part satire, and part comedy." $3.99
The reader is advised that this book has almost nothing to do with Christmas ... Pay what you Want!
S. Africa stories "interwoven with themes of alienation, rebellion, awakening, and courage." $3.50
“Psychologically-nuanced love story, reminiscent of Anne Tyler or Somerset Maugham ..” $2.99
Postmodern lunacy … with psychiatrists! $3.99
Unconventional translation using American slang & pop culture references. "A fun read -- full of surprises and insights into contemporary culture and ancient philosophy." $1.99
"Dark comedy about the underside of the cargo shipping business." $4.99
"Lisa Mason might just be the female Phillip K. Dick. Like Dick, Mason's stories are far more than just sci-fi tales, they are brimming with insight into human consciousness and the social condition." $3.99
Veteran reviewer offers insights & solutions for the world of book reviewing. Robert Recommends! $3.99
"This achingly personal, contemporary version of the Inferno is both truer to its prototype and more daring." $4.99
Film Reference by noted British critic. Robert Recommends! $5.99
What if you found yourself naked on a new strange planet -- just after being murdered?! $2.99