The phrase "legacy publishers" refers to traditional publishing companies that have been around for a long time and have established themselves in the industry. They are often contrasted with newer, digital-focused publishers. Full definition
This week's head - to - wall experience began by reading an article in one of our local papers about the trouble our libraries are having with legacy publishers over e-books. (madgeniusclub.com)
Folks are more and more vocal about how it is past time for legacy publishers to break away from the traditional business plan, especially regarding royalties. (nocturnal-lives.com)
He's done some really good ones breaking down the figures paid by legacy publishers v. small presses or self - publishing. (madgeniusclub.com)