Amazon and Bloomsbury Publishing have been selling e-books without an agreement for the past couple of months. This situation came to a head last week when it looked like all Harry Potter books would be pulled from Amazon. This made waves in the publishing world, as customers could not buy many bestselling books in the UK and worldwide. Amazon stated in a media post, "We … [Read more...] about Bloomsbury Renews Publishing Agreement with Amazon
Amazon News
Why Amazon’s Decision in Quebec Raises Familiar Questions
Amazon recently announced it’s closing all its operations in Quebec.This move will cut about 1,950 jobs, including 1,700 full-time workers. The company says it’s shifting back to a third-party delivery model, claiming this will save customers money. But labor unions and critics are asking: Is this really about saving money, or is it about getting rid of unionized workers? A … [Read more...] about Why Amazon’s Decision in Quebec Raises Familiar Questions
Here is How You Can Have Two Free e-Books From Amazon This January
Here is your chance to snag up two Kindle books from Amazon for free. The only prerequisite is that you need to be a Prime member. The e-books are available via the Amazon First Reads program which already offers free downloads every month. However, while it usually is a single e-book that is offered for free every month, Amazon is generous enough to offer two e-books this … [Read more...] about Here is How You Can Have Two Free e-Books From Amazon This January
Amazon is the Dominant Force in E-books
Amazon controls the e-book market worldwide and sells the most e-readers and e-books. The company doesn't rely on the Kindle e-reader to drive sales; most of its customers read on its apps for Android and iOS. Amazon holds a dominant 68% market share in global e-book sales, which rises to 83% when Kindle Unlimited is included. Regarding overall sales, E-books account for 21% of … [Read more...] about Amazon is the Dominant Force in E-books
Amazon’s Struggle with Fake Books and Piracy
In late 2023, a book appeared on Amazon that bore an uncanny resemblance to a popular earlier title. Titled Turtles All the Way Down: In Search of Turtle’s Truth in All Vaccination, this new release mimicked the name and cover of the controversial book published one year prior (right image below). But this time, the content took an entirely different stance, leaving readers … [Read more...] about Amazon’s Struggle with Fake Books and Piracy
Stuff your Kindle Day has Locked People Out of Amazon Accounts
Stuff Your Kindle Day happens occasionally and is primarily focused on Romance, dark fantasy and science fiction e-books. For one day, many bestsellers and popular books are discounted or made available for free. This usually goes without a hitch, and readers are happy with their digital haul. However, with the December 27th Stuff Your Kindle Day, people were downloading dozens … [Read more...] about Stuff your Kindle Day has Locked People Out of Amazon Accounts
First Look at the Amazon Kindle Scribe 2
The latest generation of Amazon Kindle Scribe is a digital notebook designed to freehand draw and edit PDF files and make annotations in e-books. This device has features not found on other products, such as an AI-driven notebook that quickly summarizes pages and notes into concise bullet points in a handwritten-style font that can be shared from the notebook tab. You can also … [Read more...] about First Look at the Amazon Kindle Scribe 2
Did you know that Audible Subscription Credits Expire?
When you pay monthly for an Audible subscription, you get one credit that can be redeemed on their website or app for any audiobook you want. This includes the latest bestsellers from major publishers and older or lesser-known titles. Sometimes, people continue to subscribe and rarely use their credits. Did you know that if you don't use your credit within one year of receiving … [Read more...] about Did you know that Audible Subscription Credits Expire?
Amazon Editors Announce Best Books of 2024
The results are in! Amazon has just released their much-anticipated list of the best books of 2024. Whether you are searching for your next book club, read, or the perfect holiday gift for your favourite reader, the Amazon Book Review Editors have compiled their best book list of 2024. From poignant debut novels to the latest from our most beloved novelists, from thrillers to … [Read more...] about Amazon Editors Announce Best Books of 2024
Amazon tries to duck out of negative reviews with “We Want You To Know”
Amazon has a system that has been around for a few years and usually is under the radar. It is called "We Want You To Know." This message is underneath the main bullet points of a product. They developed this with their own devices in mind and are ducking from all negative reviews for specific hardware and accessories, such as the Kindle Colorsoft. Colorsoft received the … [Read more...] about Amazon tries to duck out of negative reviews with “We Want You To Know”
Amazon Fire HD 8 2024 Hands-on Review
Amazon released the Fire HD 8 a few months ago. This tablet is good enough to stream Prime Video content, play light games, read e-books, and listen to Audible audiobooks. However, the overall screen quality leaves something to be desired, and the speakers are not the greatest. For optional audio, you will want to use Bluetooth with wireless headphones. The tablet is available … [Read more...] about Amazon Fire HD 8 2024 Hands-on Review
Amazon Kindle Unlimited has a New Discover Feature
One of the pitfalls of subscribing to Kindle Unlimited is discovering the good books available to download. The Amazon Bookstore on the Kindle e-reader and the website don't do an excellent job of recommending good books. The company has recently unveiled a new Discover tab on Amazon's Kindle Unlimited website. It lists a bunch of bestsellers that people have recently … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Unlimited has a New Discover Feature
Amazon Fire Tablets are on Sale for Black Friday
Amazon is having a massive sale for Fire Tablets for Black Friday. This is the best time to pick one up since the discounts range from $30 to $70. The Fire 7, Fire HD 8, Fire HD 10 and Fire11 Max are all available. Most newer models have received firmware updates for many AI features, such as Writing Assist, Webpage Summaries and Wallpaper Creator. The best tablet of the … [Read more...] about Amazon Fire Tablets are on Sale for Black Friday
Amazon introduces new AI features for most Fire Tablets
Amazon has released an update for the Fire HD 8, Fire HD 8 Plus, Fire HD 10 and Fire HD Max 11 with new AI features. The main feature is the writing assistant, which works as part of the device keyboard and is compatible with any app on your Fire tablet, including e-mail, Word documents, and social media. Proofread, polish, and adjust the tone of emails, notes, and more. Save … [Read more...] about Amazon introduces new AI features for most Fire Tablets