A new study conducted by researchers at the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology has revealed compelling neuroscience evidence that affirms the superiority of paper reading over its digital counterparts, particularly for children. Published in the esteemed journal PLOS One, the study sheds light on the profound impact of reading medium on cognitive engagement, attention, and … [Read more...] about Reading print books is better for children’s mental health than Kindle
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Has the Walmart and Kobo partnership ended?
Walmart and Rakuten Kobo partnered in 2018 to sell e-readers in over 1,000 US locations and online. As soon as this partnership was established, Walmart launched Walmart ebooks, where users who bought an e-reader from Walmart could buy ebooks through them. There was a dedicated Walmart ebooks app for Android and iOS that made things easier. Right off the bat, things were rocky. … [Read more...] about Has the Walmart and Kobo partnership ended?
Scribd now rebranded as Everand
Scribd, the file-sharing platform that also hosts e-books and audiobooks is no more. To put it in the right perspective, the company is now renamed as Everand. Earlier, there used to be three separate entities - Everand, Scribd, and SlideShare that users had access to.Also, each was confined to their respective domains. For instance, user-uploaded documents used to be … [Read more...] about Scribd now rebranded as Everand
What is Amazon Prime Reading?
Amazon Prime Membership is primarily purchased for discounts, often one-day or same-day shipping. If you order many things from Amazon, Prime membership is worth it. Yet the benefits go beyond quick delivery, including added savings, convenience, and entertainment. A Prime membership is $14.99 per month or $139 per year if you pay annually. Amazon also offers additional … [Read more...] about What is Amazon Prime Reading?
New ebooks available on Amazon First Reads for April
Amazon First Reads is a program that Amazon runs, that anyone can participate. Every month a pool of 8 ebook titles are refreshed and encompass a wide array of genres and publishers. Users can select one book and pay $1.99 to download it and the title is yours to keep. For the month of April there are a number of notable titles, such as Cut and Thirst by Margaret Atwood. You … [Read more...] about New ebooks available on Amazon First Reads for April
The best Kindle Books of April 2024
This April, several new and notable Kindle books will be released. Some are from debut authors, and others are perennial best-selling ones. Spring is in the air; it is time to sit outside and read a good book. Many genres are represented here, including fiction, non-fiction, romance, and mystery. The Hunter - by Tana FrenchIt’s a blazing summer when two men arrive in a … [Read more...] about The best Kindle Books of April 2024
Kindle lock-screen ads now seen featuring AI-generated books
Kindle e-readers have long served as a medium for showing ads. Users either chose to live with it or pay the extra $20 to get rid of those though many said that just politely asking the Amazon support staff to remove the ads worked for many. So far so good but as Futurism reported, here is a new kind of menace that is slowly becoming mainstream - AI-generated cover art of … [Read more...] about Kindle lock-screen ads now seen featuring AI-generated books
Barnes and Noble Nook Tablets can no longer buy ebooks
Barnes and Noble have disclosed to Good e-Reader that several tablets released between 2011-2013 are being discontinued. Starting in June 2024, users can no longer connect to the Barnes and Noble Bookstore to buy digital content, such as audiobooks and ebooks. They also won’t be able to register new accounts or login to existing accounts. They are now considered to be … [Read more...] about Barnes and Noble Nook Tablets can no longer buy ebooks
eBook revenues were up in 2023 and generated $1.0 billion
Digital book revenues in the United States were up 0.6% in 2023, generating $1.0 billion. Digital audiobooks are the fastest-growing segment in digital publishing, and sales were up 14.9%, reaching $864.0 million in revenue. Physical Audio was down 16.2%, coming in at $12.9 million; this shows that digital audiobooks are killing off the tape and CD market.Trade revenues … [Read more...] about eBook revenues were up in 2023 and generated $1.0 billion
Why Kindle Books are priced higher than their print counterparts
Browsing through Amazon's vast library of books reveals something peculiar if you are observant enough: Kindle titles often come with a higher price tag than their physical counterparts. That might seem intriguing but the reasons behind this pricing discrepancy reveal a complex interplay between publishers, retailers, and market dynamics.At the heart of the matter lies a … [Read more...] about Why Kindle Books are priced higher than their print counterparts
Introducing the Libby Book Awards: Celebrating the Best Books of 2023
A new literary accolade has emerged alongside the Oscars and the Emmys—the inaugural Libby Book Awards. Sponsored by Libby, the renowned library reading app, these awards recognize the top books of 2023 as selected by public librarians across the globe.Nominated by an expert panel and voted on by over 1,700 librarians, the Libby Book Awards honor outstanding works in 17 … [Read more...] about Introducing the Libby Book Awards: Celebrating the Best Books of 2023
For Kobo, Asia has the biggest growth potential for e-books
Rakuten Kobo, a leading e-book platform, continues its global expansion with the launch of the Kobo Plus subscription service in Taiwan. This move marks a significant step in tapping into Asia's burgeoning e-book market, which CEO Michael Tamblyn believes holds immense growth potential.Tamblyn, a seasoned entrepreneur with a passion for books, underscores the importance of … [Read more...] about For Kobo, Asia has the biggest growth potential for e-books
Libraries Struggle to Afford E-Book Demand
Libraries are making their best efforts to keep up with visitors' digital demands for audiobooks and e-books. However, the push has introduced many challenges, and the lack of funding is one of them. This has put libraries at the mercy of publisher licensing agreements. Unfortunately, many publishers don’t allow libraries to lend out their books.According to the ALA, … [Read more...] about Libraries Struggle to Afford E-Book Demand
Amazon de-lists Bookwire titles as price negotiation fails
Amazon said e-books distributed by the German digital distribution and publishing services company will no longer be available on its platform, PublishersWeekly reported. This has been the result of wide-ranging disagreements on pricing terms between the two companies. Bookwire's existing agreement with Amazon expired earlier this year, with no new agreement in sight. This … [Read more...] about Amazon de-lists Bookwire titles as price negotiation fails