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What is the author lifespan of the average fiction writer?

I know some really popular authors are able to publish a book or a series of book to last for a lifetime (Catcher in the Rye, Harry Potter). Most books don’t become that famous, however, and most writers, it seems like their book is on the book shelf for 5 years or something, and then it’s taken out of circulation. I mean, fiction books published in the early 80’s aren’t all in Barnes & Noble bookstores, right? So, what do you think is the average lifespan for an average fiction book, and for a average fiction author for that matter.

Most hardcover books are in stores for three to nine months before being sent back to the publisher. Twelve to eighteen months after the hardcover release, the book is published again in a paperback format. paperback books whether published after a hardcover or in a first printing, generally remain in stores for six to twelve months before they are either permanently added to the store’s stock or once again sent back to the publisher. The length of time depends entirely on sales in individual stores, so a lesser known author may be able to have his or her book carried in their local Barnes & Noble or Borders, even if it’s not carried in any of the others, if they are well known in the community or willing to market it. Just because the book is no longer sold in a store, however, does not mean it is no longer available. Until the original printing of the books are sold, they will remain available through the publisher and/or by order in-store and online through retailers.

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