I've long wondered if some publishing houses could take more chances on unknown authors by offering no advances? (rachellegardner.com)
The days of royalty presses taking risks on unknown authors have changed dramatically, so indie authors have opted to take their own chances. (wiseinkblog.com)
I'm with you on the thought that readers will be more likely to take a chance on an unknown author when the price is below that $ 5 mark. (susankayequinn.com)