Category: eBook Stores

A growing list of web sites that sell eBooks. Pros and Cons...

Calibre 2.78 update includes Kobo firmware support

Softpedia reports on the release of Calibre 2.78 open-source eBook manager update that includes support for Kobo’s latest eReader firmware.

Indie eBook authors and publishers continue to gain market share

The Observer reports on the continued growth of the eBook market saying price manipulation by Amazon and legacy publishers skewed sales statistics. In fact, indie authors and publishers continue to build the eBook sales architecture while the legacy publishers lose market share.

Open eBook format threatened by profiteers

Courthouse News says eBook Pioneer OverDrive Inc. is suing to stop profiteering from changes to open eBook format.

Amazon UK offers £20,000 prize for Indie eBooks

The Telegraph reports Amazon UK launching a £20,000 prize for Indie-authored eBooks.

Amazon caught abusing dominant position to influence EU publishing

Engadget says Amazon has offered to water down its invasive eBook contracts to calm European Commission concerns.

OverDrive Education launches shared eBook service

The Journal reports on OverDrive Education’s launch of its Shared Collections collaborative eBook platform.

The eBook Revolution rolls into 2017

EContent makes some predictions about the eBook Revolution as it moves into 2017.

Windows 10 to have eBook store

Engadget reports that Microsoft is considering an eBook store for its notorious Windows 10 OS.

Apple and Amazon avoiding anti-trust case

Cult of Mac reports on Apple and Amazon avoiding an anti-trust  case by putting an end to their exclusive audiobook deal.

The $200 Kobo Arc Tablet eReader

MaddApple talks about the $200 Kobo Arc Tablet eReader (and more).