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Pocketbook announces new eReading devices.

GoodeReader says Pocketbook is bringing two new E Ink Readers (one of those utilizing a full color e-Ink Triton 2 display) and a tablet to the eReading market. There’s no telling if or when we’ll see these devices in North America, but the European market is in line to benefit. Pictures and video at the link.

eBook issues on the horizon.

The Guardian offers a quick update on the eBook Revolution and notes some of the possible legal issues that are looming on the horizon.

German court says no to “used” digital book sales.

Publishers Weekly reports that the German court will not allow the sale of “used” digital books without the consent of author and publisher. We’ll see how long this stands up with giants like Amazon and Apple prepping to profit from the sale of used eBooks in a “cake and eat it too’ scenario that neatly …

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Amazon positioning for Russian Kindle?

Engadget posted on Amazon’s rumored move of its Kindle digital publishing platform into the Russian marketplace as the eBook giant continues its push for global domination.

Kobo Aura HD eReader reviewed.

ITProPortal offers a “hands on” review of the new Kobo Aura HD eReader. A must read (with pics) for lovers of all things E Ink.

Digital Publishing Headlines

Check out the new Kobo Aura HD eReader Unboxing video at YouTube. AllaboutSymbian says the Erudite Book Reader brings Amazon Kindlebooks to Symbian. A report from the Wall Street Journal says the number of U.S. Adults reading eBooks topped 50-million in 2012. Forbes says that Simon & Schuster is testing an eBook lending service with …

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Established authors joining Indie publishing revolution.

Here’s a link to a New York Times story about Pulitzer Prize-winning writer David Mamet joining in the Indie Publishing game. As other established authors join the digital publishing age, it bodes well for the reader and writer. …not so much for the traditional publishing and agency model.

The Kobo Arc tablet reviewed.

PC&Tech Authority reviews the Kobo Arc tablet.

New web site will help compare and choose the best eReader for you.

Digital Book World posted on soon-to-launch ReaderRocket.com, a new web site expected April 18th that will help you pick the perfect eBook Reader to suit your tastes.

Kobo Releasing new ‘Aura’ high definition E Ink eReader

BBC News has a story on Kobo’s new Aura “high definition” E Ink eReader. Video and pictures at the link.