According to GoodeReader Smashwords is partnering with libraries to turn them into publishers. ValueWalk tells you how to read Kindle books on other eReaders and hand-held devices. The Globe and Mail reports on Indigo’s CEO saying that books are still giving eBooks a run for the money. MediaBistro passes along the rumor that Google is working …
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Jun 26
Digital Publishing News Stories
OverDrive says that student adoption of eBooks is on the rise at schools. GoodeReader says Amazon has its sights set on creating its own retail stores. According to the Washtington Post, Apple and its gang of price-fixing publishers have taken the position in the DOJ anti-trust lawsuit that they were just forcing the price of …
Jun 21
Microsoft Surface tablet is an eReader also.
GoodeReader goes into some detail on the new Microsoft Surface, and tells us how it will function as an eReader. (Also, remember Microsoft’s recent $300-million ante into Barnes and Noble’s Nook eBook Reader and tablet division. There is much more going on here than meets the eye.)
Jun 17
The impact of Amazon.
We’ve been sent a link to an excellent feature at the Nation called “The Amazon Effect” that provides some background on the giant that has supercharged the eBook Revolution.
Jun 15
eBook Revolution Update
GoodeReader says that Indie Authors are rewriting the publishing game. According to PDFDevices, Amazon has upgraded its Kindle for Android to 3.6.0. CNetReviews lists 25 things you need to know to Indie publish. PaidContent reports on a move by Amazon to make some of its own in-house eBooks available at other retailers.
Jun 10
Book Expo America Optimistic
Reuters reports on Book Expo America in New York where publishers, book sellers and authors took on an excited and optimistic tone to discuss a year of change for the publishing industry.
Jun 01
eBook Revolution update June 1, 2012
TechLifeGoesStrong gives its top 5 picks for eBook Readers. The New York Times offers a story about Digital Comics. PaidContent reports on the Department of Justice price-fixing anti-trust lawsuit against Apple and presents pro and con letters from the public. eBookMagazine says that OverDrive has announced a new HTML5 based eBook service. More on eBooks …
May 30
eBook Promo Sites for Indie Authors!
Mediabistro offers up a list of FREE sites where Indie authors can promote their eBooks. (And sites where eReaders can look for FREE and affordable titles.)
May 18
LCD versus E Ink Screens for reading.
TabletPCReview compares E Ink screens (e.g. Kindle, Kobo, Nook and Sony) with LCD displays (e.g. iPad, Kindle Fire, PlayBook and Galaxy Tab) on their readability. Which one is easier on the eyes?
May 17
Harry Potter casts his spell for Kobo eReaders.
Digital Spy reports on Amazon rival Kobo inking a deal at Pottermore that will make all 7 of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter books available on Kobo eReaders and accessible via the Kobo eReading app for cell phones, computers and tablets.
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