Publishing crisis? Time to create a Spotify for books | Media Network | Guardian Professional

Scribd, Oyster and 24Symbols are all services that provide access to ebooks in return for a monthly payment, much in the same way that music and film streaming services operate. While this industry remains in its infancy, it presents a great opportunity for publishers and streaming companies alike. But it's crucial that services get the business model right, something which has prevented music streaming services from penetrating the masses to date.