Archie Comics has had a very solid year with their digital distribution system recording a record amount of sales. In April of 2013 Archie followed the trend of releasing the digital editions the same day as their printed counterparts. They also released Archie Unlimited program that sees customers pay $9.99 a month and they can download as many comics as they want on iOS and … [Read more...] about Archie Comics gives 1 Million in Books to Toys for Tots
Top 10 New Android Apps of the Week – Dec 12 2013
This week saw the launch of a new edition of the seminal Angry Birds franchise and major new releases by other big studios. The road to the holidays have officially begun with a new Simpsons Tapped Out Update and lots more! Don't forget, if you have a Blackberry 10 phone, you can now load all of these Android apps directly on it, following our tutorial HERE. Finally, all of … [Read more...] about Top 10 New Android Apps of the Week – Dec 12 2013
Google Play Books Now Allows eBook Uploads Right from your Android Device
Google Play Books may not be the most popular e-reading app out there, but there is one reason why Android phone and tablet users might dig the latest update. There is new functionality that will allow you to upload a PDF or ePub eBook to any directory and then via a file manager upload it to your Google Play Books account.Google first introduced the uploading of content to … [Read more...] about Google Play Books Now Allows eBook Uploads Right from your Android Device
Cybook Ocean e-Reader Delayed Until 2014
Bookeen has announced their their upcoming Cybook Ocean e-Reader will not be commercially available until early 2014. The company has cited the need to work on the UI and other core features to make it a viable product for people to purchase.The Cybook Ocean is a well kept secret and the French company has not really divulged much at all. We know its an eight inch e-reader … [Read more...] about Cybook Ocean e-Reader Delayed Until 2014
Marvel AR, Marvel Unlimited and Digital Comic Sales to Combine into a Singular App
Marvel is actively developing a singular app that will replace Marvel AR, Marvel Unlimited Subscriptions and their dedicated Marvel app. The company is hoping to have more power and control of their digital empire. This may upset their current partner Comixology, which processes all of their sales for iOS, Android and a myriad of other platforms.Marvel right now is hiring … [Read more...] about Marvel AR, Marvel Unlimited and Digital Comic Sales to Combine into a Singular App
New Kindle Freetime Update Adds Educational Goals
Amazon Kindle Freetime is free software that is built into their Kindle Fire line of tablets. It allows parents to configure the amount of time their child can access the internet, read books, play games or watch movies. A new update is being pushed out today that gives new functionality for educational goals.The educational goals system will allow parents to increase the … [Read more...] about New Kindle Freetime Update Adds Educational Goals
Tablets Projected to be on the Decline in 2014
Over the course of 2012 and 2013 tablet sales have been steadily increasing with 45.2 million units being shipped out in Q1 2013 alone. The growth may be coming to an end as major display production companies are shifting their manufacturing might to smartphones.Taiwan-based makers together will ship 242.72 million smartphone touch panels and 51.81 million tablet touch … [Read more...] about Tablets Projected to be on the Decline in 2014
Readers Resist the Allure of eBooks
Major publishing companies such as Penguin, Hachette and Simon and Schuster are starting to see 24% of their revenue stem from eBook sales. Certainly many tech savvy users are embracing the format, but not everyone. Nearly 70% of consumers say it is unlikely that they will give up on printed books by 2016, citing an emotional and visceral attachment to tangible texts.You … [Read more...] about Readers Resist the Allure of eBooks
Good e-Reader Radio – How Much do Authors Make?
The Good e-Reader Radio Show is back with Editor in Chief Michael Kozlowski and Jeremy Greenfield of Digital Book World. Today on the show they discuss how much do authors make and is it better to cut your teeth self-publishing or to go for a traditional book deal right away?Also on the show they regale you with tales of a few editorials done in the Wall Street Journal on … [Read more...] about Good e-Reader Radio – How Much do Authors Make?
Marvel NOW! Previews #1 Launches Today
Marvel has just announced that they are now digitally distributing a monthly preview list for their Marvel NOW! line of comics. It is a FREE download available now in the Marvel Comics app for iOS and Android devices and in the Marvel Comics webstore!The new monthly previews for the Marvel NOW! universe features sneak peeks of Avengers World #1, All-New Invaders #1, Black … [Read more...] about Marvel NOW! Previews #1 Launches Today
Baker & Taylor’s Axis 360 is Starting a Pilot with Simon & Schuster to Make eBook Titles Available to Schools
Baker & Taylor, the world’s largest distributor of digital and physical books and entertainment products, announced today that through a pilot program it will now be able to make available more than 450 popular ebook titles from Simon & Schuster imprints to classrooms and school libraries using the Axis 360 digital media circulation platform.The brand new pilot program will … [Read more...] about Baker & Taylor’s Axis 360 is Starting a Pilot with Simon & Schuster to Make eBook Titles Available to Schools
Overdrive Secures the Rights for 500 Penguin Audiobooks
Overdrive and Penguin have come to terms on a new agreement that will see over 500 audiobooks become available to libraries. These new audio editions will be available for public and college libraries in the U.S. and Canada under the one copy/one user lending model in both the WMA and MP3 format.The Penguin audiobooks are mainly backlist titles, but there are a number of … [Read more...] about Overdrive Secures the Rights for 500 Penguin Audiobooks
Top 10 New Android Apps of the Week – Dec 6 2013
Welcome to another popular installment of the Good e-Reader Top Android Apps of the Week! Tons of popular games and apps have just hit the street and it is our job to inform you about the most essential ones that are worth your time.Ski Challenge 14 - Enjoy a little suspense, action and thrills? Then Ski Challenge 14 is right for you! The rapid 3D ski simulations game … [Read more...] about Top 10 New Android Apps of the Week – Dec 6 2013
Pocketbook CAD Reader Debuts in New Commercial
Pocketbook is betting all or nothing on their new CAD Reader and this model has the dubious distinction of not being marketed to the general consumer segment. In order to garner mainstream interest before its Q1 or Q2 launch date of 2014, the company has developed a very polished online commercial.The Pocketbook CAD e-Reader is aimed at business users who find themselves … [Read more...] about Pocketbook CAD Reader Debuts in New Commercial