Streaming Wars

This sharp investigation into the streaming landscape reveals how the battle for your subscription dollar is reshaping entertainment, journalism, and even our social fabric. Journalist Charlotte Henry pulls back the curtain on the seismic shifts behind the rise of platforms, examining the immense power these services wield over what we watch and how we think. The book offers a clear-eyed look at the hidden costs of infinite content, from the decline of traditional media to the psychological impact of endless scrolling.

Henry's reporting stands out by connecting the business strategies of streaming giants to tangible consequences for creators and consumers, making complex media economics feel urgent and personal. Anyone who has ever felt overwhelmed by choice or wondered where their monthly fees are really going will find this an essential and clarifying read. It’s a compelling guide to understanding the true price of having everything you could ever want.