Dominant Quote by Steven Pressfield
“Traditional publishers will be dominant, and they should be because they really do assure quality. But eBooks, which are huge already, are going to eclipse everything. They will save traditional publishing the way DVDs saved movie studios (for a while) and they'll greatly expand the number of readers.”
About This Quote
Traditional publishing will remain a quality gatekeeper, yet digital books will dominate and broaden readership, similar to DVDs' impact on film studios.
In simple terms: Print will stay, but eBooks will grow fast.
Key Takeaway
Embrace digital formats while valuing editorial standards.
Themes
publishing
technology
media shift
Mood
analytical
forward‑looking
Type
commentary
forecast
When to use this quote
- book marketing
- author strategies
- library acquisitions
Key Concepts
digital disruption
quality control
Questions to Reflect On
- How can publishers adapt to digital growth?
- What balance of quality and accessibility is ideal?
A Different Perspective
Digital dominance may reduce revenue for small presses.
