New technology doesn't always fully replace its predecessors. For example, while streaming services dominate, broadcast TV is expected to endure for decades. Similarly, despite the rise of ebooks, many still cherish printed books. Personally, I love ebooks, especially for travel or during busy workdays. Packing hundreds of books into one small device is incredibly … [Read more...] about Printed Books: Enduring Charm in a Digital Age
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Should Google do more to prevent textbook piracy?
Major publishers are not sitting idly by, while digital textbook pirates use Google Ads to boost their website traffic and profit from subscription services or individual sales, often at a fraction of the market price. The publishing industry, including physical and digital textbooks, is a massive business in the United States, generating over 8.3 billion annually. The … [Read more...] about Should Google do more to prevent textbook piracy?
Will all e-readers in 2025 have color e-paper?
Colour e-paper has finally hit its stride. After years of smaller companies adopting this technology in e-readers and e-notebooks, Rakuten Kobo was the most prominent brand to go all in earlier this year. Will Amazon and Barnes and Noble finally adopt colour e-paper in 2025? Is the future of digital reading colour e-paper? It was a novelty when the original Amazon Kindle … [Read more...] about Will all e-readers in 2025 have color e-paper?
Three Ways to Free Yourself from Reading Rules
George R.R. Martin said, “A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies . . . The man who never reads lives only one.” Books, in whatever form, are the ultimate do-it-your-own-way escape. But if that's the case, why are there still so many rules around the "right" way to read? At Everand, our team has seen a swath of these arbitrary reading rules catch on and puzzle us. … [Read more...] about Three Ways to Free Yourself from Reading Rules
Study: Daily Bible Reading is the Secret to Happiness
Gen Z has been fairly vocal about their struggles with mental health, but according to the American Bible Society’s recent report, “The State of the Bible 2024,” young adults who read their Bible regularly report being much happier than their peers. The report found that Gen Z scored 12.9 on a stress scale, significantly higher than Boomers (6.3), Gen Xers (9.9), and … [Read more...] about Study: Daily Bible Reading is the Secret to Happiness
eBooks and eReaders: Changing How We Read in Summer
When summer arrives, there's nothing like relaxing under a parasol with a good book. In recent years, eBooks and eReaders have become very popular. They're handy devices that let you carry a whole library anywhere you go. These devices are light and small, perfect for reading in any light and even under the sun. You can adjust the text size and screen brightness for comfortable … [Read more...] about eBooks and eReaders: Changing How We Read in Summer
From Hogwarts to Self-Discovery: The Joy and Snag of Revisiting Books
When bad news hits, my survival kit includes chocolate, my trusty blanket, and a battered copy of Harry Potter. As I recently dove into its pages for solace, I was surpirsed to stumbled upon notes from past versions of myself—scribbles that were like emotional time capsules. Flipping through the pages, I watched my handwritten notes flutter by. Different colored pens … [Read more...] about From Hogwarts to Self-Discovery: The Joy and Snag of Revisiting Books
Can E-Readers Get Viruses?
If you love books, then you’d agree that e-readers have made it convenient to access them. Apart from being home to a large library, e-readers are portable and have a long battery life. However, like any device that connects to the Internet, there is concern about whether e-readers can get viruses. In this article, we’ll examine e-readers to understand their potential … [Read more...] about Can E-Readers Get Viruses?
Will Onyx Boox release a new E INK Phone in 2024?
There is not much competition regarding smartphones with E INK e-paper displays. Hisense used to be the gold standard. However, they seem to have abandoned this space, and no new devices emerged in a few years. The Litephone had an E INK screen for the first few generations, but the upcoming Litephone 3 is going with a typical OLED screen. Bigme appears to be the new … [Read more...] about Will Onyx Boox release a new E INK Phone in 2024?
Paper Book or E-Reader: Which is Climate-Friendly?
It's a complicated question to answer! This is because of the complex interplay of the resources involved in the whole lifecycle of a published work: how books and devices are shipped, what energy they use to run, if they can be recycled. Digital reading is surging into popularity - especially audiobooks. As per the Association of American Publishers, audiobooks now boast … [Read more...] about Paper Book or E-Reader: Which is Climate-Friendly?
The Tale of two Naomis; Klein wins award for Doppelganger
Naomi Klein, a prominent Canadian writer and activist, has won the inaugural Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction with her book Doppelganger: A Trip Into the Mirror World. The Tale of Two Naomis Doppelganger is Klein's personal account into the world of online misinformation, sharing the story of how she's often been mistaken for Naomi Wolf. Wolf is also an author and journalist, … [Read more...] about The Tale of two Naomis; Klein wins award for Doppelganger
Aussie Teens’ Reading Habits revealed
Australian teens would sooner flick through the pages of a physical novel than listen to an audiobook or read on their phone or tablet, Deakin University research reveals. But almost three in 10 students in Years 7-12 say they do not read in their spare time, highlighting an urgent need to foster reading among youth in the digital age. Associate Professor Leonie … [Read more...] about Aussie Teens’ Reading Habits revealed
America’s Top Books and Reading Habits
A recent survey conducted by Preply, a leading online language learning marketplace, unveils the most popular books across the U.S. through an analysis of online search volumes. Preply surveyed more than 1,000 readers to learn about America’s reading habits, preferred genres, and how their preferences relate to social and economic status. Here are the key takeaways: Key … [Read more...] about America’s Top Books and Reading Habits
Tips and Tricks for an Enhanced Reading Experience
Most people know that reading is one of the healthiest ways to enjoy a medium, reducing stress levels by 68%. But only a fraction of the population reads for pleasure. Books can express a world that even the highest-budgeted film cannot, and there are so many hidden gems that have never seen an adaptation. Many people find that it's not easy to read. They may not be able to … [Read more...] about Tips and Tricks for an Enhanced Reading Experience