The first printing run of Go Set a Watchman by Harper Lee has missing text on the last few pages from the initial printing run. HarperCollins who published the book has blamed it on a printing error. Customers who ordered it online from companies like Amazon are promised a new copy with the corrected text will be mailed out soon.How do you know if you have a physical copy … [Read more...] about Go Set a Watchman Missing Text Proves Why e-Books Rule
Archives for July 2015
Introducing a Bookshelf with Built in Reading Light
When you read at night, often you need to turn on a lamp in order to read and then turn it off when your done. What if the light would automatically turn off when you were done reading? This is the thought behind the LiliLite, which is an all-in-one bookmark, bookshelf and reading lamp, the device sits at that rare intersection of being functional and really … [Read more...] about Introducing a Bookshelf with Built in Reading Light
SIM Cards Might be a Thing of the Past if Apple Gets Their Way
Whenever you purchase a new smartphone or data enabled tablet you normally have to take the SIM card out of your old device and insert it into the new one. This process might be a thing of the past if Apple and Samsung get their way.The two companies are talking with the GSMA (GSM Association) to start embedding electronic SIM cards in smartphones and connected devices as … [Read more...] about SIM Cards Might be a Thing of the Past if Apple Gets Their Way
eBook Pirates in the UK to Get 10 Years in Jail
Most of us are likely guilty of pirating the odd e-book or downloading a few songs from the internet. If the United Kingdom gets their way, the maximum jail sentence could be increasing from two years to ten years.The proposed measures are mainly targeted at the distributors of pirated content - the people creating copies of movies, sometimes before release, and uploading … [Read more...] about eBook Pirates in the UK to Get 10 Years in Jail
Samsung Unveils Galaxy Tab S2 Tablets
Samsung is one company that really wants to make tablets viable and consistently releases devices to appeal to people who play games, but also e-books, magazines and newspapers. If you are in the market for a super high end device, the Galaxy S2 might be up your alley.Samsung says the Galaxy Tab S2 is the company's "thinnest and lightest tablet of its size ever". It is … [Read more...] about Samsung Unveils Galaxy Tab S2 Tablets
HBO Now is released for the Kindle Fire
Sometimes you have to put that compelling e-book aside and utilize your Amazon Kindle Fire tablet for entertainment. One of my favorite apps has expanded past the Apple TV and HBO Now is now available for not only Android, but Amazon branded tablets.You can get HBO Now from the Amazon App Store and you can try it out a 30-day free trial, then it costs $14.99/month. It … [Read more...] about HBO Now is released for the Kindle Fire
Amazon Follow Allows Authors to Connect Directly with Fans
Amazon has unveiled a new social media program for any author that uses Kindle Direct Publishing. Amazon Follow allows readers to connect up directly with an author and get instantly notified whenever a new book comes.The Amazon Follow button is now on the authors page. The author has the ability to handcraft their email messages that will automatically be delivered via … [Read more...] about Amazon Follow Allows Authors to Connect Directly with Fans
Barnes and Noble is Going to Kill the Nook
The future of Barnes and Noble Nook e-books, e-readers and tablets looks to be in jeopardy. The Nations largest bookseller has just hired Fred Argir to run the Nook division and e-commerce division, replacing Mahesh Veerina who had run it for the last two years.The Barnes and Noble Nook division is in serious trouble. They recently unveiled a massive upgrade to their … [Read more...] about Barnes and Noble is Going to Kill the Nook
Exclusive – Entitle eBook Subscription Service Shutting Down
Entitle is one of the many companies now participating in the entire Netflix for e-books concept. They never managed to standout in a crowded marketplace that includes Amazon, Scribd and Oyster and never generated enough revenue to stay in business. Starting July 21st 2015, Entitle will be closing and they are recommending their existing customers join Scribd.Entitle, … [Read more...] about Exclusive – Entitle eBook Subscription Service Shutting Down
eBook Sales Increase 25% in the Netherlands
e-Book sales have plateaued in North America and the United Kingdom, but other markets are starting to takeoff. The Netherlands is one country where digital content is starting to enjoy growth.The Netherlands has seen a 25% increase in e-book sales compared to the same period in 2014. One of the big proponents of growth are e-book subscription sites such as Elly's Choice. … [Read more...] about eBook Sales Increase 25% in the Netherlands
How to Remove Special Offers from your Kindle
Amazon branded e-readers are more affordable if you opt into their Special Offers program. This is the companies built in advertising system that serves you targeted campaigns on your homescreen and navigation bar. Some people have received a Fire Tablet or Kindle as a gift and want to remove these obtrusive ads or maybe you just had enough of them.Removing the Special … [Read more...] about How to Remove Special Offers from your Kindle
Kobo Aura Now Available for $99
Kobo and their retail partners have permanently lowered the price of the Kobo Aura to $99. This is a great e-reader because the screen is entirely flush with the bezel, allowing for a more fluid touchscreen experience.The primary reason the discount is now perpetual is because of the recent release of the Kobo Glo HD. The new device is $139, which is the same … [Read more...] about Kobo Aura Now Available for $99
How to Return and Get a Refund for an e-Book
Many of the leading online digital bookstores have generous return policies if you need to get a refund. There is a growing number of people who read the book first and then return it, while others make accidental purchases or notice glaring errors in the formatting. How do you return an e-book? Today we outline all of the return policies from Apple to Amazon and who offers a … [Read more...] about How to Return and Get a Refund for an e-Book
Microsoft Cortana for Android Now Available on Good e-Reader
Microsoft has been teasing an Android version of their voice assistant, Cortana for months. We got a hold of the full version of the app and it is now available on the Good e-Reader App Store.When users download the app they’ll need to agree to Microsoft’s Terms of Service and then provide Cortana with a name they’d like to be called. Then they’re asked to provide the … [Read more...] about Microsoft Cortana for Android Now Available on Good e-Reader
Do you Love the Nook e-reader?
Do you love the Barnes and Noble Nook e-reader or have you moved on? We asked 195 people this question as part of Good e-Reader Research. The results are actually very interesting.In a recent poll we wanted to know how people felt about the Nook e-reader brand and if they were still loyal to it with all of the ups and downs that have occurred in the last few years. 65% of … [Read more...] about Do you Love the Nook e-reader?
Indie Authors Will Soon Be Using AI to Edit their eBooks
One of the drawbacks of self-publishing is that you have to pay editors out of your pocket in order to get your e-book ready for distribution. Many of them forgo hiring one altogether and readers often find themselves wading through a ton of spelling mistakes and grammatical errors. There is now an alternative to a human editor, a robot one.IBM has unveiled the Watson Tone … [Read more...] about Indie Authors Will Soon Be Using AI to Edit their eBooks