Digital book sales in the United States continue to decline. Throughout 2022 the format fell by 6.5% and generated 1.95 billion dollars in revenue. Except for 2020, the first year of the pandemic, ebook revenue has declined yearly since 2014. Digital audiobook sales continue to grow at a torrid pace. Digital Audio revenue increased, climbing 2.6% to $1.81 billion. Income … [Read more...] about US ebook sales declined by 6.5% in 2022
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Exploring Canadian reading habits and trends in 2022
A recent survey conducted by BookNet Canada, a non-profit organization in the publishing industry, sheds light on the reading habits and leisure trends of Canadians in 2022. The survey has revealed a comprehensive overview of Canadians' leisure activities, reading frequency, preferred formats, and the influence of social media on their reading experiences. The survey reveals … [Read more...] about Exploring Canadian reading habits and trends in 2022
Android Reading Mode can turn any piece of text into an audiobook
For individuals with busy schedules who find it challenging to dedicate time to reading, podcasts, and audiobooks offer a convenient alternative. Now, as SlashGear pointed out, Android users can enjoy reading on their mobile devices while multitasking, thanks to a new app called Reading Mode. The app can be particularly beneficial for visually impaired users given the … [Read more...] about Android Reading Mode can turn any piece of text into an audiobook
Audible Plus Vs. Premium Plus
With a US market share of 63.4% (as of 2022), Amazon Audiobook is quite popular among users. It allows users to access several podcasts, audiobooks, and classics. As for their subscription plans, earlier, you needed to pay $14.95 monthly as a subscription fee and receive one credit. For two credits, you needed to pay a bit more. However, now there are two different subscription … [Read more...] about Audible Plus Vs. Premium Plus
Podcasts Vs Audiobooks – What’s the Difference?
Audio entertainment is in high demand these days. Podcasts and audiobooks are the two most popular forms of audio entertainment. But both are different - podcasts are shorter and more conversational, while audiobooks are books read aloud. Let’s explore all the key differences between podcasts and audiobooks to make the most of both audio content formats. Podcasts vs … [Read more...] about Podcasts Vs Audiobooks – What’s the Difference?
Overdrive celebrating two decades of pioneering e-book and audiobook lending services
In 2003, a team of innovative librarians at Cleveland Public Library revolutionized the lending of e-books and audiobooks, marking the 20th anniversary of this groundbreaking achievement. Patricia Lowrey, Cindy Orr, Sari Feldman, and Tracy Strobel, along with a dedicated local e-book development team at OverDrive, collaborated to build and launch the world's first popular … [Read more...] about Overdrive celebrating two decades of pioneering e-book and audiobook lending services
The Audie Awards 2023 – Viola Davis’s Sparkling Win
The Audie Awards, often called the "Oscars of the audiobook industry," recognize excellence in narration and production. The biggest international audiobook event, Audie Awards, returned after three years in March 2023. Earlier, the event was being hosted over the Internet due to covid restrictions. The Audio Publishers Association (APA) has organized these awards yearly since … [Read more...] about The Audie Awards 2023 – Viola Davis’s Sparkling Win
British parliament claim 20% VAT on audiobooks unfair and discriminatory
Calls are intensifying for the Government to abolish the 20 percent tax imposed on audiobooks, as campaigners argue that it unfairly impacts individuals with visual impairments, express reported. Prominent charities, influential Conservatives, and key figures in the literary community are urging the Government to grant audiobooks the same zero-VAT status enjoyed by physical … [Read more...] about British parliament claim 20% VAT on audiobooks unfair and discriminatory
Andy Serkis to narrate Tolkien’s new unabridged audiobook ‘The Silmarillion’
Coming this June, HarperCollins is set to release a new unabridged audiobook of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Silmarillion. As The Bookseller reported, the audiobook is going to be edited by Christopher Tolkien and narrated by the BAFTA award-winning actor, director, and author Andy Serkis. Andy Serkis gained recognition for his remarkable #Hobbitathon in 2020, where he undertook a … [Read more...] about Andy Serkis to narrate Tolkien’s new unabridged audiobook ‘The Silmarillion’
Redefining Reading with A-books: Uniting Storytelling and Augmented Reality
We've read old-fashioned printed books, e-books, and then audiobooks. Now, another book format, a-books, is making the news. A-books, short for augmented reality books, are soon to enter the mass-market production phase, thanks to the latest research project undertaken by the University of Surrey. What are A-Books (Augmented Reality Books)? A-books are like e-books but with a … [Read more...] about Redefining Reading with A-books: Uniting Storytelling and Augmented Reality