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Jan 24
Macmillan almost ready to put eBooks in libraries…
PublishersWeekly says that Macmillan is almost ready to begin an eBook library lending pilot project. Expect some action at the end of the first quarter. (God, these traditional publishers do not trust the digital business model.)
Jan 21
Amazon to rent eBooks. Really?
GeekyGadgets offers a story that frustrates the hell out of me. Amazon is testing out a book rental option for its Kindle eBook reader. Okay. So, what happened to all that talk about eBook prices coming down once Apple and co-conspirators paid the piper for their price-fixing scheme? Apparently, Amazon is trying to find new …
Jan 12
eBook prices still too high.
The Christian Science Monitor wonders along with us why eBooks cost so much. (We’re also sure these inflated prices are the main threat to the eBook Revolution’s growth.)
Jan 08
Public libraries see Indie authors as perfect fit.
PublishersWeekly reports that Indie publisher and distributor Smashwords has inked a deal to put 10,000 of its author eBook titles in public libraries.
Jan 06
New publishing model continues to evolve.
The Border Mail provides a snapshot of the eBook Revolution’s constantly evolving identity where the Indie author can connect with readers to find great success without the middlemen siphoning off a share of the profits. It’s still early in digital publishing, but it is gratifying to see this union of writer and reader.
Jan 04
eBook Revolution News
ZDNet says Barnes and Noble’s disappointing sales this holiday season describe their precarious position between eBook saturation and the crowded tablet market. DigitalBookWorld reports Safari Books Online has acquired the PubFactory digital content shop. GoodeReader says digital publishing has given a voice to some interesting and unexpected authors. And GoodeReader also posted on the busy …
Dec 27
Digital publishing updates.
Time Tech has a list of apps for anyone receiving a Tablet or Smart Phone this holiday season. Mashable offers 5 Startups that might improve your eReading experience. Deseret News reports that eBook sales continue to grow.
Dec 19
eBook Revolution brings author backlists to life.
DigitalBookWorld reports on how eBooks are giving new life to publishers’ backlists and profits (hopefully) to authors.
Dec 17
Apple doubles iPad Mini display orders.
According to InformationWeek Apple is doubling its order for the new iPad Mini displays, citing stronger than anticipated demand for the popular device. With display orders rising from 6 to 12-million, it is anyone’s guess how adopters are employing the device in a market already dominated by the mini’s larger cousin, the iPad. The new …
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