Why We Won’t Sell On Amazon
Designing Nature’s Half is currently in development.
When published, Designing Nature’s Half will not be distributed through Amazon or Kindle Direct Publishing.
This is an intentional structural decision.
The Structural Rationale
Our book advocates for distributed governance. Its distribution model will reflect those same principles.
This decision is not a judgment of individual readers. It is an infrastructure alignment choice.
Convenience alone does not determine system design. Long-term resilience does.
We design landscapes for resilience.
We will distribute our book the same way.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will my local bookstore be able to carry it?
Yes. When published, the book will be available through wholesale distribution. Any bookstore will be able to order it by title or ISBN.
2. Why not include Amazon as an additional option?
Including Amazon would reinforce marketplace centralization. The goal is to support a diversified retail ecosystem rather than deepen reliance on a single dominant platform.
3. Will it still be widely accessible?
Yes. The book will be accessible through:
Independent bookstores
Libraries
Academic programs
Direct website purchasing
Major non-Amazon ebook retailers
Conservation Organizations & Institutional Orders
When published, conservation organizations and related institutions, landscape partnerships, academic and research programs, and libraries will be able to:
Request bulk pricing
Arrange invoicing
Coordinate direct shipment
Order for events or training
Pre-Publication Interest
If you represent a conservation organization or related institution, landscape partnership, academic or research program, or library and would like updates on publication timing, bulk availability, or institutional ordering, register interest below.
No obligation. The form below simply enables us to notify you when the book is available.