Embark on a unique reading experience at William P. Hobby Airport, where a compact library vending machine, known as Houston Public Library's Booklink, has found its home, Axios Houston reported. Nestled at the entrance of the airport, adjacent to the escalators and TSA Screening, this mini library offers a literary oasis for travelers.Those having a Houston Public Library … [Read more...] about Houston Public Library’s Booklink vending machine now at the Hobby airport
E-Book News
Calibre 7.0 comes with innovative notes feature, audio EPUB support, and other enhancements
In what can be considered a significant development, Kovid Goyal, the developer behind Calibre, has announced the launch of Calibre 7.0 — the latest stable version of the renowned, cross-platform, and open-source e-book management software. As 9To5Linux reported, this major update, arriving over a year after Calibre 6.0, unveils groundbreaking features that promise to redefine … [Read more...] about Calibre 7.0 comes with innovative notes feature, audio EPUB support, and other enhancements
BookTrib unveils exciting e-book featuring first chapters from over 50 must-read books
BookTrib.com has just launched a captivating e-book, something that can also serve as an early holiday gift for book enthusiasts. This digital collection showcases the first chapters of more than 50 books, spanning various genres and including both established and emerging authors.Research suggests that reading a book excerpt significantly increases the likelihood of … [Read more...] about BookTrib unveils exciting e-book featuring first chapters from over 50 must-read books
Harry Potter ebooks now available on Kobo Plus
Kobo has just announced that the entire Harry Potter series of ebooks is now available on the Kobo Plus catalogue in the Netherlands, Belgium and France. The beloved fantasy books will be available to Kobo Plus subscribers in English, Dutch and French starting November 8th. Dutch, Belgian and French booklovers can access Kobo Plus via the Kobo Books App for iOS or Android and … [Read more...] about Harry Potter ebooks now available on Kobo Plus
Kobo Plus is now available in Norway, Denmark, Sweden, and Finland
Kobo Plus is an online subscription platform with unlimited access to over 1 million ebooks and over 120K audiobooks for a low monthly fee. The service has just launched in Norway, Denmark, Sweden, and Finland. Scandinavian readers can access Kobo Plus via the Kobo Books App for iOS or Android and directly on Kobo eReaders to begin discovering new authors and genres.There … [Read more...] about Kobo Plus is now available in Norway, Denmark, Sweden, and Finland
How to Convert PDF to eBook
If you're looking for a way to optimize your e-reading experience, you might want to consider converting your digital book into a different format. PDF is a widely used file extension, but it can be a little awkward to use on eReaders like Kindle or Nook, as well as other mobile devices with smaller screens.In this article, we will show you three simple ways to convert PDF … [Read more...] about How to Convert PDF to eBook
Kindle Direct Publishing Launches ebooks to audiobooks using AI Voices
Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing is launching a beta program in the United States to take most of the financial burden off audiobook production. Authors can create an audiobook version of their ebook using virtual voice narration and synthetic speech technology. Amazon is promising to grow the beta in the future as they iron out any bugs and open the platform up to other … [Read more...] about Kindle Direct Publishing Launches ebooks to audiobooks using AI Voices
Libraries face digital dilemma as e-book demand spurs higher expenses
The Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library faces an intriguing dilemma—a spike in the popularity of its digital collection. However, far from being something to celebrate, this surge poses a unique challenge to the library's conventional business model which again has to do with the intricate pricing of digital materials.As mentioned in the site wcpo.com, the cost of … [Read more...] about Libraries face digital dilemma as e-book demand spurs higher expenses
Insights into Americans Book Habits
The London-based international research data and analytics organization, YouGov recently polled a section of the American public to find out more about the book-owning habits of Americans. Here is what their findings revealed.The findings indicate that a significant 85 percent of Americans possess at least one physical book. However, the size of these personal libraries … [Read more...] about Insights into Americans Book Habits
Bowker partners with StreetLib to empower authors globally
Bowker, a prominent player in the realm of author services, is set to broaden its horizons through a strategic collaboration with StreetLib, a move that adds a robust global distribution facet to its service offerings, the company announced via a press release. StreetLib brings to the table a user-friendly ecosystem that simplifies the intricate processes of content creation, … [Read more...] about Bowker partners with StreetLib to empower authors globally
My AI eBook Creation Pro can transform ideas into published books with ease
Generate your dream book effortlessly with My AI eBook Creation Pro, a cutting-edge tool powered by ChatGPT. For just $34.99, a limited-time offer saving you 91 percent, new users can secure a lifetime subscription to this revolutionary service.No need for complex software downloads or installations – the AI operates seamlessly through ChatGPT. You don't require any prior … [Read more...] about My AI eBook Creation Pro can transform ideas into published books with ease
eBook revenues were down 3.7% in August 2023
Ebook revenues in the United States were down 3.7% for the month compared to August 2022 for a total of $87.1 million, and digital audiobooks remained up at 5.7% for August, coming in at $68.2 million in revenue. Physical Audio was up 21.1%, coming in at $1.3 million. On a year-to-date basis, ebook revenues were down 1.0% compared to the first eight months of 2022, for $666.9 … [Read more...] about eBook revenues were down 3.7% in August 2023
VAT abolished on e-books and audiobooks in Ireland
Ireland announced it is finally doing away with the VAT that has so far been applicable to e-books and audiobooks so far, independent.ie reported. This marks a significant development for avid readers who have long grappled with the burden of higher prices on e-books compared to their printed counterparts brought about by the imposition of higher taxes.Minister McGrath … [Read more...] about VAT abolished on e-books and audiobooks in Ireland
Increasing cost force students to piracy sites as publishers lose billions
As the academic year commenced in the UK, a surge in illicit downloads by university students has been reported. This, as standard.co.uk stated, is causing significant financial implications for the publishing industry amounting to billions of pounds.Perlego, an academic publisher, revealed that in September alone, 300,000 searches were recorded on piracy sites facilitating … [Read more...] about Increasing cost force students to piracy sites as publishers lose billions
Safety measures to incorporate while downloading from Z Library
Z Library stands as a widely popular resource, granting free access to an extensive collection of books, journals, and articles. Despite its popularity, users need to exercise caution due to potential risks associated with downloading content from the platform. Here is a guide to navigate those risks and ensure a secure experience. Verify the authenticity of the … [Read more...] about Safety measures to incorporate while downloading from Z Library