Image credit: theguardian Books can now be accessed through the school vending machines. Last week, Iowa Elementary School in Nampa, Idaho, introduced a brand-new book vending machine. This made the school one of the first in the district to have such machines.Speaking about the matter, Principal Preston Pruett said that with this initiative, the school wants to boost the … [Read more...] about Iowa Elementary School Unveils Brand-New Book Vending Machine
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YouTube or TikTok: What do Youngsters Prefer for Finding New Reads?
Image credit: backstage Digital platforms have become a great mode for people to discover new books. While TikTok has definitely been a useful space for the same, it seems like YouTube has surpassed TikTok to become the most popular online platform for youngsters to find out new books to read, according to a Nielsen BookData report.In the 2022 survey, Nielsen found out … [Read more...] about YouTube or TikTok: What do Youngsters Prefer for Finding New Reads?
How Fiction Affects your Brain
We all know that reading is good for us. It can improve memory, increase imagination as well as reduce stress. According to several studies over the last decade or so, it turns out that reading isn’t just a great way to escape and gain knowledge. Researchers have found that reading involves an elaborate and complex network of signals and circuits in our brains which need to … [Read more...] about How Fiction Affects your Brain
Can we Feel the Emotions of a Fictional Character?
Remember that scene from Forrest Gump, when Jenny introduces Forrest to his son, who until that moment Forrest did not know existed? Forrest’s first thought is whether or not his son has inherited his disability. He says, "Is he smart or..." pointing to himself. When Jenny confirms that their son is perfectly healthy, Forrest exhales with obvious relief and his eyes well up … [Read more...] about Can we Feel the Emotions of a Fictional Character?
Lawsuit filed against Amazon for ‘Tricking’ Users Into Prime Subscriptions
Amazon has been accused of using deceptive practices by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). On June 21st, the FTC alleged that the e-commerce whale had purposely tricked millions of consumers by forcing them to sign up for Prime subscriptions through deceptive user interface designs.Over the last few years there have been mounting complaints against Amazon Prime's sign up … [Read more...] about Lawsuit filed against Amazon for ‘Tricking’ Users Into Prime Subscriptions
Will Amazon discontinue the Kindle Oasis?
The Amazon Kindle Oasis 3rd Generation has been out for four years, making it the oldest e-reader in their portfolio. The Amazon Kindle Basic and Kindle Paperwhite have all been refreshed in the last year, not to mention the Signature edition variant and the all-new Kindle Scribe. One of the differentiating factors of the Oasis was the large screen, manual page turn buttons and … [Read more...] about Will Amazon discontinue the Kindle Oasis?
Will people read ebooks on the Apple Vision Pro?
Apple announced the Vision Pro VR headset last week, and everyone is talking about playing games and using productivity apps, but nobody is talking about reading or audiobooks. Will people listen to spatial audio-enabled books in VR or read their favourite book? Apple might be planning on porting over their Apple Bookstore to VR. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, "The … [Read more...] about Will people read ebooks on the Apple Vision Pro?
To Pirate or not to Pirate? That is the question…
We all love getting something for free. Recently, I needed to get a new desk. Reluctantly, I headed out to shop. On the way, I drove by a house that had a fabulous desk sitting on the side of the road. A helpful neighbor told me, "The realtors ran out of room in the U-Haul- they left it behind." Pinching myself, I felt like I won the lottery- but then I had a … [Read more...] about To Pirate or not to Pirate? That is the question…
Agency tasked with fighting piracy accidentally releases top 10 sites for pirated manga
Ever have that experience as a parent when you accidentally introduce your kids to the thing you want to keep them away from? There's a certain age where children develop the magical skill of somehow hearing the exact opposite of what a parent means. When filtered through these prepubescent-contrary-lobes, conversations such as, the "birds and bees" and "say no to drugs", are … [Read more...] about Agency tasked with fighting piracy accidentally releases top 10 sites for pirated manga
Types of sites that people used to read on the internet
The internet is like a giant library. It has lots of websites with different information. Some websites talk about sports, some have stores to buy things, some have news and others have places to talk and share things. Every website offers something different. If you want to get information online, it is important to know what types of websites are out there. This article will … [Read more...] about Types of sites that people used to read on the internet
Why E-Books Are Better Than Paperbacks
We understand that even the title of this article could get some avid readers riled up. However, the art of writing and reading goes back thousands of years. The Epic of Gilgamesh is credited as the first-ever book or piece of poetry created and published during the ancient Mesopotamian era. It dates back so far that genuine and accurate records are hard to find, but historians … [Read more...] about Why E-Books Are Better Than Paperbacks
How much do authors actually make?
In order to make a career as a writer, a person needs to possess a pretty unique toolkit. Having a passion for the craft, a vast imagination and creative drive are all a good start. A writer also needs the ability to conduct research, switch perspectives, be mindful of personal biases, think critically, and communicate clearly, as well as practicing self discipline and … [Read more...] about How much do authors actually make?
E-Readers have abysmal build quality
Do you use an e-reader to read digital books or other content such as comics, manga or magazines? What about a digital note-taking device to freehand draw or edit PDF files? The Amazon Kindle, Barnes and Noble Nook and Kobo are three of the most popular brands in North America and most of the world. Midsize e-reader companies such as Pocketbook, Onyx Boox, Bigme and Fujitsu … [Read more...] about E-Readers have abysmal build quality
Is it Important for a Story to be Accurate?
It’s interesting how some writers and movie directors insist on learning everything about a topic so that it’s accurately depicted. Some creators consider it essential to consult an industry expert for a film or book; such as a historian for a period-piece or a retired cop to consult on a gritty-crime story. For a little giggle, check out this clip of Grey’s Anatomy cast … [Read more...] about Is it Important for a Story to be Accurate?