Several writers and publishers who spoke on condition of anonymity complained that many prizes had become increasingly political.

Many publishers complain that wholesalers are squeezing their profits by charging too much to distribute their magazines.

But most publishers complain that this system is burdensome; it would force them to write a lot of checks for tiny amounts.

The publishers, for their part, complain that they are caught in the middle - that the chains wield an increasingly big stick.

This year several publishers on the upper levels complained about the heat, and about the confusing layout of the stands.

Many publishers write their books with the Texas and California markets in mind, but complain of political pressure.

Besides, publishers complain that, despite its name, cooperative advertising is not a cooperative exercise in the least.

But among themselves, publishers complain bitterly that display programs are just another way that the big bookstores are dictating how they do business.

The publisher complained, but used it.

Authors and publishers have complained that these sales deprive them of royalties.