The BookMasters Group is the latest distributor to offer conversion and digital distribution for its clients and other publishers. Converso is aimed at small and mid-sized companies and according to Robert Kasher, business development manager for integrated solutions, it will offer publishers a range of options and fees. For publishers that have already converted print files to digital or don't need BMG to finance the conversion the split on the revenue share will be toward the lower end of the 15% to 20% range which BMG receives for delivery the e-book to e-tailers, Kasher said. Costs for conversion is roughly 65 cents per page, but Kasher said discounts will be available based on volume. BMG has distribution to over 40 digital outlets, Kasher added.
BMG will also offer bundled packages that will combine digital distribution with traditional distribution of books to brick-and-mortar retailers. Kasher said BMG is willing to work with publishers to find the most cost-effective way to deliver their material.