Will #blockchain Really Disrupt The #self-publishing Industry?
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Talk of the blockchain and its disruptive potential is everywhere these days. From finance to gaming, believers champion it as the technology of the future, a revolutionary advancement sure to redefine entire industries.Believe it or not, blockchain fever has hit the world of self-publishing, too.In a way, it makes sense. The blockchain promises a model wherein creators can sell their work straight to consumers — cutting out the middleman, so to speak. And in traditional #publishing, the middleman is notoriously greedy.Many #authors are, as a result, excited about the potential of the blockchain. They want to connect directly with readers and enjoy more total control over their products and the rewards they reap from selling them. They no longer want to wait 90 days for payment from (...)