Category: Affordable eBooks

Online book sellers and authors offering affordable options for eBook readers.

Publisher Manipulation Failed to Sell Paper Books and Slowed eBook Sales

A Phys Org post reports that research in INFORMS journal Management Science indicates that publishers who tried to manipulate readers into buying paper books over eBooks, only managed to drive their eBooks sales down. The readers weren’t having it.

Microsoft eBook Gift Card Offer

Windows Central posted that purchase of a $5.00 Microsoft eBook will get you a $5.00 Microsoft Gift Card.

Harlan Ellison Dead at 84

Variety posted on the death of Harlan Ellison at 84, Sci-Fi Writer of ‘Star Trek’ and ‘A Boy and His Dog.’

Public Library eBook & Audiobook Use Goes Viral with Libby App

Libby, the award-winning eBook, audiobook, and magazine app from Rakuten OverDrive, is growing in use by over 30% each month and now serves millions of readers from our nation’s libraries. More information at the link.

Kobo Plus eBook Subscription Service Going Strong

GoodeReader reports that the Kobo Plus eBook subscription service is still going strong.

Kindle Oasis 2017 vs Kobo Aura One

PCAuthority compares the Kindle Oasis 2017 to the Kobo Aura One.

Alibaba Delivers New eBook App

GoodeReader reports on the launch of Alibaba’s new Tmall Reader eBook App.

Kobo Clara HD and Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Compared

Which.co.uk compares the new Kobo Clara HD and the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite.

Apple’s New Book App Preview

GoodeReader shared Apple’s new Book App preview.

New Apple Book App Brings Enhanced Reading and eBook Discovery

Publishers Weekly writes about Apple’s new “Book” App due this fall that will headline a renewed emphasis on eBook and audiobook sales. Apple says that the “Book” app will deliver an enhanced reading experience with a focus on easier book discovery. Watch for increased eBook action this fall as Apple and the Kobo/Rakuten-Walmart Alliance bring the heat to …

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