Big Ideas Richard Flanagan, Michael Robotham on the hidden costs of cheap books
Sep 2, 2024
Join Richard Flanagan, an award-winning Australian author, and Michael Robotham, a bestselling thriller writer, as they tackle the often-overlooked hidden costs of cheap books. They discuss how discounting impacts independent bookstores and author royalties. The duo debates the idea of adopting fixed book pricing in Australia, inspired by practices in Europe. Flanagan and Robotham also highlight the importance of supporting local literature and the need for cultural investment to ensure a thriving literary landscape.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
A Passionate Journey from Journalist to Bookstore Owner
02:02 • 2min
The Struggles of Australia's Book Industry
04:19 • 9min
The Price of Literature: Challenges for Independent Bookstores
13:35 • 18min
The Impact of Bestsellers on Literary Diversity
31:28 • 2min
Concerns and Solutions in Local Book Publishing
33:03 • 2min
Reviving Literature: The Need for Support
35:01 • 7min
Pricing Dynamics in the Book Industry
41:51 • 11min