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[giddeaon]

I was hoping someone could provide me some information on the Kindle pricing of Permuted Press books.  A few months ago I noticed that most of the Kindle (ebook) versions were much less expensive.  Now, the Kindle editions cost MORE than the paperback editions - often a $1 more or higher.  It costs me less money to order a paperback and have it mailed to my house with Amazon's free super saver shipping than it does for me to order a Kindle version and have it delivered via whispernet.  I had decided to wait and see if the prices dropped back to where they had been, but they don't seem to be changing.  I've also noticed quite a few folks posting on the Amazon forums for individual PP books asking why the Kindle editions are more expensive.

I'd love to buy more PP books, but it doesn't make sense for me to buy Kindle versions if they cost more.....and I just don't have the space in my apartment for more physical books.  The reason I switched over to a Kindle was to save myself space (and dusting!).  It's like someone getting an iPod instead of having a shelf full of CDs.  I pay less for .mp3's on iTunes than I would to buy a physical CD.  Why would I pay more for an eBook than the physical edition?

It seems odd that an electronic version would cost more.  I hope this can either be explained or that the Kindle editions can be reduced in price.  I love the books I've read thus far by many of the different PP authors....but I just can't see myself continuing to support them if the pricing stays as it is. 

[Winter]

It may not be Permuted's fault; a little while ago Amazon quietly added a load of charges for 'international wireless delivery' to any Kindle outside of the US. I's an extra $2 for every download, as well as any applicable taxes on top of that (15% VAT in the UK).

My books on Kindle nearly doubled in price outside the US, thanks to that little racket. Nobody's actually complaining about it though. Amazon's only response to my requests for a breakdown of that $2 charge has been a bland form letter empty of real information.

Regards,
Ryan

[Permuted Press]

Now, the Kindle editions cost MORE than the paperback editions - often a $1 more or higher.

We're still experimenting with prices on Kindle (in fact I just dropped prices across the board yesterday), but at no time has Permuted ever set the suggested retail price for a Kindle book higher than a print book.  The difference (at least on Amazon.com, I don't know about other areas) comes in when Amazon either does or does not offer a discount.  For instance, until yesterday when I changed Kindle prices, Dying to Live was set to retail in both trade paperback and Kindle editions at $12.95.  But Amazon is offering a discount on the trade paperback edition, so you can currently order it at $11.65.  Permuted only has control over the suggested retail price, we have no control over what discount Amazon (or any retailer) offers on our books.  I haven't a clue why they offer a discount on some of our trade paperback editions but not on our Kindle editions.  That's all internal to Amazon.  I would encourage you to complain to Amazon and request that they discount the Kindle editions. 

[giddeaon]

I went back and checked a bunch of the prices today and they are all at $9.99 for the Kindle editions!  Awesome!  I picked up Dying to Live: Life Sentence, Plague of the Dead and Thunder and Ashes immediately.  I also ordered the paperbacks of the Undead, Skin & Bones and Flesh Feast.  I have to admit that i have a bit of an obsession with Permuted Press lately. 

Really happy to see that the Kindle editions are now in line with other books in terms of pricing.  The authors are extremely good and I've loved each of the different PP books I've read thus far.  Thanks for the replies on this.  Consider me one of the faithful readers.....

Gids

[mandr0256]

I know this is an old thread, but I was wondering if Permuted had changed policies regarding the Kindle, because I wanted "Thunder and Ashes" today and it is not listed as a Kindle book.

Any ideas?

[Permuted Press]

The Permuted edition of Thunder and Ashes has gone out of print to make way for the new Permuted/Simon & Schuster edition coming late this year.  Both the paperback and ebook editions will be out around the same time, but I'm not sure of the precise date yet.

[MarcW]

Even though I have the Permuted Edition & Audible.com version, I'm definitely going to pick up the new Permuted/Simon & Schuster edition.  Wish Z was here to see his great accomplishment!

[Charles Phipps]

There's definite benefits to Kindle over traditional print.

While I think they should be cheaper than paper copies.

They also don't take any time to deliver or delivery fees.

So there is that.

I'm very satisfied with my Permuted Press Kindle editions.

[NathanEHarvey]

I haven't been upset by any instances of the paperback costing less than the kindle version. Usually, it seems like it's just a case of a great deal on the tangible book, not an over-priced kindle edition.