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"strong backlist" refers to a collection of previously published books by an author or a publisher that continue to sell well even after some time has passed since their initial release.
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Bloomsbury has an excellent track record in exploiting digital opportunities; this acquisition will enable us to develop Continuums 7,000
strong backlist through conversion to e-book formats and the creation of new subscription based academic services.
In fact,
a strong backlist of books can help promote the sale of a new book and can increase book sales in general.
A salient writer also knows the importance of
a strong backlist.
Harvest House is among the top ten Christian publishing companies, publishing more than 180 books each year and carrying
a strong backlist offering more than 1,200 titles.
Apparently, having
a strong backlist increases sales numbers.
I was not about to let some publisher have them forever through the illusion of keeping the printed book in stock; HarperCollins maintains a deathgrip on
my strongest backlist titles in this fashion.