Category: eBook Software

Mac options in Vellum 1.3

Graphics posted on Vellum 1.3 eBook creation software updated to design for Mac.

eBook publishing platform Pronoun launches

Talking New Media reports on the launch of a new digital publishing platform called Pronoun.

International Read an eBook Day this Friday

Digital Book World reports that this year’s International Read an eBook Day is Friday, September 18. So, get ready to read an eBook.

Calibre 2.38 now supports Kobo Touch 2

Softpedia says the Calibre 2.38 eBook editing application now has support for Kobo Touch 2.

Sell eBooks with Facebook

Digital Book World offers tips on using Facebook to sell eBooks.

Social media marketing for authors

Digital Book World reports on making social media marketing work.

Greed slows sales of eBooks from publishing’s “Big Five”

The Business Insider reports that a decline in eBook sales from the big five publishers (Simon & Schuster, HarperCollins, Macmillan, Hachette and Penguin) can be blamed on the high prices they put on their own digital titles.

How Facebook can work for authors

Digital Book World has a post with tips for authors on how to get the most out of Facebook.

Authors United wants DOJ to scrutinize Amazon’s “monopolistic” business practices

Digital Book World reports on Authors United requesting the Department of Justice (DoJ) to investigate Amazon for monopolistic practices and anti-competitive behavior.

Kobo partners with American Booksellers Association for local eReading

Digital Book World reports that Kobo has partnered with the American Booksellers Association in a program designed to encourage local eReading.