Digital book sales have not had a very good year. US ebook sales have virtually been in a state of decline all year long. This trend continued into November, 2022 where the format saw a 10.4% drop and generated $83 million. For the first eleven months of 2022 ebook revenue was down 6.3% as compared to the first eleven months of 2021 for a total of $928.0 million.Digital … [Read more...] about Ebook sales plummeted 10.4% in November 2022
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WEBTOON launches YONDER, a new serialized fiction app
WEBTOON and Wattpad, have recently launched a new platform into the serialized fiction space called YONDER. The goal of YONDER is to not only to tap into its millions of readers, who are already fans of serialized web fiction, but also to attract and introduce new readers of more traditional formats by offering them a premium experience.YONDER is a new serialized fiction … [Read more...] about WEBTOON launches YONDER, a new serialized fiction app
Kindle Publishing for Periodicals is closing in September 2023
Amazon Publishing for Periodicals is going to be closing in September 2023. Print and digital editions for magazines and newspapers is going to be shuttered and everything is going to be gravitated to Prime Reading and Kindle Unlimited. What sucks about this move, is you will no longer be able to buy print editions of magazines anymore through Amazon and everything is going to … [Read more...] about Kindle Publishing for Periodicals is closing in September 2023
Direct to Consumer audio and e-books launched by Princeton University Press
In partnership with Glassboxx, Princeton University Press (PUP) has launched a direct-to-consumer audio book and e-books. Readers will be able to access and buy e-books and audio books through PUP’s website, which is supported by a new, reader-facing app, for reading, browsing and listening. Glassboxx aims to enable publishers, authors, and retailers the ability to offer their … [Read more...] about Direct to Consumer audio and e-books launched by Princeton University Press
What are the C02 effects between e-readers and paper books?
E-Readers are one of the most popular ways to read digital books. They are the closest you can get to reading on real paper, but digitally. This is due to the E INK e-paper technology that is easy on the eyes and can be used to read for hours at a time, without any eyestrain. E INK has just announced that in the past 5 years, 130 million e-Readers have been in use globally, … [Read more...] about What are the C02 effects between e-readers and paper books?
3 Reasons to Advertise Your eBook on TikTok
Writing and publishing an eBook is a monumental achievement, but it's even more satisfying with an audience. Tiktok is known as one of the most popular social media applications worldwide, and it's also one of the best social platforms out there for self-promotion and drumming up interest in an upcoming artistic release.Tiktok is not just a fad for Gen Z kids and teenagers … [Read more...] about 3 Reasons to Advertise Your eBook on TikTok
ebook sales increase by 2.7% in August 2022
For the first time this year digital book sales in the United States were up 2.7% in August 2022. The format generated over $90.7 million dollars. Whereas the digital audiobook market has been increasing every single month for the past couple of years, as it is the fastest growing segment in digital publishing. Sales for August was $73.0 million.Year-to-date eBook revenues … [Read more...] about ebook sales increase by 2.7% in August 2022
The Full Guide to eBook Transcription
eBook transcription is the process of converting an audio or video recording of a book into written text. This can be a useful way to make an eBook more accessible to people who are unable to read traditional print books, or who prefer to consume content in a different format. There are a few different ways to approach eBook transcription, and the best method for you will … [Read more...] about The Full Guide to eBook Transcription
Z-Library domains are seized and pirate book site is dead
During the pandemic one of the most notorious ebook pirate websites gained millions of new users. At its height, the site offered over 11 million books and 84 million articles. This has attracted a steady userbase and many millions of monthly visitors. Z-Library has come under fire for monetizing pirated ebooks, by charging a monthly subscription fee. TikTok blocked all … [Read more...] about Z-Library domains are seized and pirate book site is dead
Amazon Music is now offering free Podcasts for Prime Members
Amazon Music is in the process of redesigning their app and have a number of new features available for Prime Members. This includes access to a full catalog of music available in shuffle mode, the most top podcasts available ad-free, and features that make it easier to find new music and shows. No longer do you have to pay for Amazon Music, to get most benefits.Prime … [Read more...] about Amazon Music is now offering free Podcasts for Prime Members
US Judge blocks Simon & Shuster Merger with Penguin Random House
The proposed merger between two of the largest publishers in the world is in serious jeopardy. Penguin Random House wants to buy Simon and Shuster and US judge has blocked the deal from going through. The judge stated that the merger would be bad for authors, royalties and competition.U.S. District Court Judge Florence Y. Pan announced the decision in a brief statement … [Read more...] about US Judge blocks Simon & Shuster Merger with Penguin Random House