How copyright law gives Amazon too much power over the book industry
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This article discusses the issue of Amazon's power in the book market and proposes a solution to reduce its dominance. The author argues that instead of trying to directly regulate or break up Amazon, the focus should be on reforming the publishing industry and creating a more diverse and decentralized market. The article suggests that the current publishing ecosystem heavily favors established authors and big publishers, making it difficult for smaller publishers and independent authors to compete. The author proposes implementing reforms such as fair pricing, transparent algorithms, and improved discoverability to level the playing field and reduce Amazon's influence. By focusing on systemic changes, the article argues that it is possible to create a more balanced and competitive book market.