Datalogics has just released a new e-reader app called Bookvia. The iOS program employs the Sony DRM system that was released in 2014. The intention behind Bookvia is to provide a wakeup call to the digital publishing industry and hopefully get some of them to use the Sony DRM system as an alternative to digital watermarks and Adobe DRM.The Sony eBook encryption system is … [Read more...] about DataLogics Bookvia E-Reading App Uses Sony DRM
Archives for December 2016
The Italian e-book market is on the rise
The Italian publishing market has experienced a 21% increase in e-book sales in the first six months of 2016. One of the big reasons why the number of units sold is so high, is primarily due to the sheer number of titles that have been digitized. 65,000 print books were released and of those, 63,000 were converted into e-books.The e-book market in Italy has been growing … [Read more...] about The Italian e-book market is on the rise
How to Disable Amazon Alexa on Fire Tablets
Amazon has pushed out a multitude of firmware updates recently for users in the United States and have one of the Fire tablets from 2016. One of the key enhancements is Alexa, the interactive voice assistant. Many users have reported that Alexa is draining their battery or they simply do not want to have it on their device. Although you cannot uninstall Alexa, there are a few … [Read more...] about How to Disable Amazon Alexa on Fire Tablets
Australian Teens Prefer Print, Not e-Books
Australian teens are reading print more than they are reading e-books. Joint research conducted by Melbourne’s Deakin University and Perth’s Murdoch University has found that 60% of teenagers aged 12 to 16 who read regularly are turning pages on printed books. The research also shows 50% of young adults read frequently for pleasure.Dr Leonie Rutherford is the project leader … [Read more...] about Australian Teens Prefer Print, Not e-Books
Barnes and Noble Has Solved A Malware Problem on New Nook Tablet
Barnes and Noble released a new $50 Nook Tablet last month and it came bundled with some Malware called DUPS. It basically granted a third party full access to all of a device's data plus complete control privileges. The Chinese company that made the tablet for B&N could theoretically wipe the device clean and steal all of your private information. It seems as though all of the … [Read more...] about Barnes and Noble Has Solved A Malware Problem on New Nook Tablet
There are the Highest Rated Audiobooks of 2016
Audible is the largest audiobook company in the world and the company is responsible for the vast majority of digital sales. Audible members around the world have listened to 2 billion hours of content in 2016, which is up from 1 billion in 2014, which is staggering if you really think about it. If you are looking to populate your new smartphone or tablet with a few audiobooks, … [Read more...] about There are the Highest Rated Audiobooks of 2016
Facebook Launching New Audiobook and Podcasting System
Facebook is in the process of developing a new audiobook and podcasting system. Early partners include the BBC World Service and HarperCollins. Early next year the new audio system will be available to other publishers, but there is no exact timeframe.HarperCollins has been heavily invested in Facebook. The company started shooting live video since June and has amassed … [Read more...] about Facebook Launching New Audiobook and Podcasting System
Is Accurate Book Discovery Really Possible?
One of the major plagues for authors and publishers--from the lone self-published writer to the Big Five--is book discovery. Short of taking out expensive ads and sending literally thousands of copies to advanced readers, there's no surefire guarantee that a book will land in front of paying customers, and that's something even the big guys can't do for every title they … [Read more...] about Is Accurate Book Discovery Really Possible?
Marvel is discounting over 360 digital comics by 75%
Marvel is promoting a mega-sized sale offering up to 75% OFF top-selling Marvel Comics collections! Want to read an entire event like 2015’s SECRET WARS? Or take part in the cosmic collisions of INFINITY? How about a crucially-acclaimed Marvel title like Frank Miller’s DAREDEVIL? Or maybe you need to catch up on some of 2016’s most buzzed about series —Ta-Nehisi Coates’ BLACK … [Read more...] about Marvel is discounting over 360 digital comics by 75%
Scholastic Top Trends in Children’s Books for 2017
Every year Scholastic projects key trends in the publishing industry and what books are likely to become bestsellers. Last year the company predicted Harry Potter and the wizard universe to grow in a large way in 2016. Now we know Harry Potter and the Cursed Child: Parts One and Two was the number one selling book according to many retail sellers. In addition, Fantastic Beasts … [Read more...] about Scholastic Top Trends in Children’s Books for 2017
GalleyCat Closes as Industry News and Review Site
In more dark news for the publishing industry, media mainstay GalleyCat has announced that it will be closing its doors. The site, one of several under the umbrella of AdWeek, covered publishing industry news and offered reviews of upcoming books.According to a blog post signed by both Dianna Dilworth and Maryann Yin, "We thank you for your support and readership over the … [Read more...] about GalleyCat Closes as Industry News and Review Site
E-Book sales were down 19.2% and Audio up by 31.1% in July 2016
The Association of American Publishers have just released sales data for July 2016 and we now have some key indicators on the overall health of the audiobook and e-book industry. To the surprise of no one e-book sales were down 19.2% and audiobook sales increased by over 31%.Childrens and Young Adult titles grew 31.1% in July 2016 vs. July 2016, with the majority of that … [Read more...] about E-Book sales were down 19.2% and Audio up by 31.1% in July 2016
Data – What e-reader are you buying for Christmas?
e-Readers continue to be one of the most sought after gifts for the Christmas season for people who love books and want to carry an entire library in their pocket. The vast majority of these devices have really come down in price and make great gifts for yourself or a loved one. There is a severe lack of data when it comes to the most popular e-readers, until now.Over the … [Read more...] about Data – What e-reader are you buying for Christmas?
Overdrive Releases New Android App Called Libby
The Overdrive research and development division have just released their first app and it is called Libby. It was designed to put the emphasis on audiobooks where patrons can stream them online or listen to them offline, it also has a solid e-book engine.Libby can do a few things that the main Overdrive app cannot. You can sign in to multiple libraries, with one or more … [Read more...] about Overdrive Releases New Android App Called Libby
Amazon Introduces Alexa for Video and Rapids to Fire OS
Amazon is in the process of pushing out a new firmware update for their Fire OS that brings a number of new features. This includes Alexa on Fire Tablets with Video support and the new Amazon Rapids app that is aimed at children and tells stories in a completely new way.  This update is available for the Fire HD 10, Fire HD 8, and the $50 Fire tablet.Alexa on Fire … [Read more...] about Amazon Introduces Alexa for Video and Rapids to Fire OS
Global Audiobook Trends and Statistics for 2017
Publishers have experienced an utterly deplorable year for e-book sales and most of them have seen declines by around 12%, things have gotten so bad that most of them do not even report how many units were sold. They speak in broad generalities, which does not bode well for the future of the format.Over the course of the past three years the highest growing segment of … [Read more...] about Global Audiobook Trends and Statistics for 2017