Down & Out Books told authors by email that it is closing and will issue “no further payments” to authors. Books are being withdrawn from the marketplace and “rights will revert to their respective authors and editors in accordance with their contracts.” Owner Eric Campbell wrote in the email, “For 15 remarkable years, Down & Out Books proudly published nearly 1,000 titles, collaborated with over 500 talented authors, and earned more than 50 prestigious awards. Today, however, we must announce the closure of our operations.” The statement continues, “Regrettably, a sharp decline in sales since 2020 has made continued financial […]
