I am surprised the eBook model changed to one, where the publisher sets the price.  And since its an e-Book has more publisher control than a physical book (physical books once they leave the publisher, their is a lack of control. With eBooks, the publisher can immediately yank them from a reseller, such as Amazon.

Newer article:
European Regulators Investigating Apple and e-Book Publishers over Antitrust Concerns - MacRumors

An older article.
iPad Helping Book Publishers Gain More Control Over eBook Pricing - MacRumors

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