In the article “Deconstructing Distribution,” in Book Business’ May issue, I presented a profile of the industry, quantifying the number of publishers at various sales-revenue levels. I also estimated the overall revenue share of outsourced distribution (e.g., sales and fulfillment) and wholesaling as intermediaries for publishers. (See the “Correction and a Closer Look” box at right.)
Piecing Together the Distribution Puzzle
In the article “Deconstructing Distribution,” in Book Business’ May issue, I presented a profile of the industry, quantifying the number of publishers at various sales-revenue levels. I also estimated the overall revenue share of outsourced distribution (e.g., sales and fulfillment) and wholesaling as intermediaries for publishers. (See the “Correction and a Closer Look” box at right.)