February 12, 2007: PDF Publishers on the Move!

After the merger of the two largest PDF stores last October, the industry watched with interest as almost everyone had an opinion on the impact it would have -- on PDF publishing, roleplaying, and the hobby in general. Now, two foundation-laying companies have left OneBookShelf.

Recently, Ronin Arts and Expeditious Retreat Press both announced their (separate) departures from OneBookShelf. Their products will be available through their own websites, as well as e23 and others.

What does this mean for the PDF industry? Is this a turning point, or just a footnote? However history (and the industry bloggers) remember this event, we wish all parties involved the best of luck.
-- Paul Chapman