There is a lot of excitement about the possibilities of artificial intelligence (AI) in 2023, but there is also a lot of worry about it possibly replacing creative individuals. With varied degrees of success, ChatGPT can write a wide range of different types of papers, from insurance pre-authorization letters to dating app biographies. Many people who make a living generating … [Read more...] about What’s the future of audiobooks? Will AI read your next book?
The six most effective ways to sleep better with Alexa
Find out how Dr. Michael Miyamoto, Amazon's resident sleep expert, can help you get a better night's sleep. However, according to the National Sleep Foundation, nearly half of all Americans fail to receive enough quality sleep. Quality and quantity of sleep can improve one's mood, energy, and mental health. By offering new devices, such as the Halo Rise sleep tracker, and Alexa … [Read more...] about The six most effective ways to sleep better with Alexa
An exceptionally rare first edition of Copernicus’ De Revolutionibus is for sale
It was in 1543 that Polish astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus challenged the 1,400 year dominance of Ptolemaic cosmology when he published De Revolutionibus Orbium Coelestium (On the Revolutions of Heavenly Spheres). A rare, pristine first edition of his manuscript is now for sale for $2.5 million, suggesting that the Sun is at the center of the Solar System and not the Earth. As a … [Read more...] about An exceptionally rare first edition of Copernicus’ De Revolutionibus is for sale
How to get a discounted Prime membership
There are two discounted Prime membership options you may need to learn about. If you are an internet shopper or streamer, a Prime membership is highly beneficial. As part of Prime, members can access other savings, benefits, and bundled services for $14.99 per month or $139 per year. For those unable to afford the membership fee, Amazon offers discounted membership options … [Read more...] about How to get a discounted Prime membership
It has been announced that Bookshop.org will sell electronic books
Reports from Publishers Weekly indicate that Bookshop.org will begin selling ebooks by the end of the year and will publish its first print book in October. A beta version of the ebook program is scheduled to launch late this year, enabling users to either buy or read ebooks within their web browser prior to the launch of an ereading app. According to Andy Hunter, founder … [Read more...] about It has been announced that Bookshop.org will sell electronic books
The number of Spotify listeners has reached half a billion with the ability to preview music, podcasts and audiobooks
As its monthly active listenership topped 500 million, Spotify Technology SA announced on Wednesday that it would implement new features such as smart shuffle and previews of podcasts and music playlists on its audio streaming platform. In an effort to attract users and advertisers to its podcast and audiobooks business in recent years, the Swedish company announced the launch … [Read more...] about The number of Spotify listeners has reached half a billion with the ability to preview music, podcasts and audiobooks
It does not seem likely that audiobook advertisements will be phased out any time soon
As you commute on your daily commute, listening to a captivating audiobook takes your mind away from reality, where your mind is absorbed in scenes of action and romance. However, your listening is interrupted by an advertisement from, for example, Pampers or Geico. In this case, it appears Audible is once again testing the number of ad breaks potential users will tolerate … [Read more...] about It does not seem likely that audiobook advertisements will be phased out any time soon
MangaPlaza introduces new digital manga store
In the near future, MangaPlaza, an ambitious new, massive digital store that promises to offer fans around the world localized manga of the highest quality, will launch. Increasing demand for manga continues to grow in America and Europe, with once considered niche fandom spreading across pop culture and creating a wide range of services to meet the now significant demand. A … [Read more...] about MangaPlaza introduces new digital manga store
An e-book sales tool has been released by Koji
The company Koji, which offers creators a link-in-bio digital storefront on social media platforms including Instagram and TikTok, recently introduced a new e-book tool that allows users to sell e-books and audiobooks. Created as a template, the new tool enables creators to sell electronic books and audiobooks within social media platforms including Instagram, TikTok, … [Read more...] about An e-book sales tool has been released by Koji
A deal has been announced between Dark Horse and Tapas for the printing of digital comics
The company has already partnered with Comixology to bring digital-first comics to print. As of today, Dark Horse has announced a deal with Tapas Entertainment to bring series from the popular webcomics platform to print beginning with four titles later this year, adding a different digital comics platform to their print catalog. There are four initial releases on the schedule: … [Read more...] about A deal has been announced between Dark Horse and Tapas for the printing of digital comics