The digital revolution and its subsequent self-publishing hey day have perhaps sparked more change in literature and publishing than any event since Gutenberg started tinkering, but for all of the great talk of "equalizing" and breaking down barriers, what industry watchers were really referring to was text-based novels. A number of demographics in the publishing business were … [Read more...] about Story2Go SelfPub Children’s eBook Creator App
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Kindle for PC Now Available in Japan
Amazon launched their Japanese e-Book store in 2012Â Â and in order to read e-books, Â manga or comic books you basically needed to use the dedicated Kindle app for Android or iOS. Â Now users have another option, Kindle for PC has officially launched in Japan.The premise of Kindle for PC is to keep your content synchronized across multiple devices. It also allows for a ton of … [Read more...] about Kindle for PC Now Available in Japan
Amazon Textbook Creator Could Be the Khan Academy of Textbooks
Once you secure your position as the ultimate player in self-publishing, where do you go from there? The textbook self-publishing market. Amazon has released the specifics on its new textbook creator app, Kindle Textbook Creator, and while it doesn't look like it has much to offer in the way of never-before-seen innovation, it does bring the benefits of self-publishing to those … [Read more...] about Amazon Textbook Creator Could Be the Khan Academy of Textbooks
OverDrive Announces Growth in K12 Market
Any time a library can report an increase in circulation, patron engagement, offered services, and catalog content, it's a cause for celebration. Libraries as vital parts of healthy communities are in a constant state of defense, so growth in the sector is good to hear. But when the libraries in question are school libraries who cater to the needs of emerging readers (and … [Read more...] about OverDrive Announces Growth in K12 Market
The Dream of Used eBooks is Over
The dream of an used e-Book site may be over. A Dutch Court of Appeals has ruled that Tom Kabinet must shut down within three days or pay a daily fine of €1,000.Tom Kabinet is a Netherlands based used e-Book website that was first established during the summer of 2014. Their launch immediately put them at odds with the Dutch Publishing Association. The publishers believe … [Read more...] about The Dream of Used eBooks is Over
Facebook to Add “Hoax” Button
With the steady stream of news coming across the internet, there is no shortage of opposing viewpoints, political leanings, and outright bias to the reporting. It can make uncovering the actual facts rather difficult, especially when coupled with the anonymity provided by so-called news sources. But even more alarming--though humorous, depending on who you ask--is the abundance … [Read more...] about Facebook to Add “Hoax” Button
Amazon Stands Behind eBook Subscriptions
It didn't take long after the launch of Amazon's Kindle Unlimited ebook subscription service for the outcry to begin, but unlike other criticisms the retail book giant has weathered, this one came from its most staunch supporters: self-published authors. With the announcement that all KDP Select titles would be included in the all-you-can-eat service, authors were initially … [Read more...] about Amazon Stands Behind eBook Subscriptions
Amazon Faces Tax Woes in EU
Book and retail giant Amazon has come under fire over the years for its taxes, or more accurately, its failure to pay taxes that critics felt were long overdue. Whether in the US or abroad, the company has been able to take advantage of current tax law to its own interests, a fact that lawmakers literally around the world have been trying to fight.In the US, a wave of … [Read more...] about Amazon Faces Tax Woes in EU
Digital Magazines Now Qualify for the Pulitzer Prize
The Pulitzer Prize for journalism has now been extended to print and digital magazines. This category now contains not only magazines, but also feature length and investigative reporting for newspapers too.In the past, publications that were identified as magazines were ineligible to compete for a Pulitzer in any category. Many Americans in the last few years have … [Read more...] about Digital Magazines Now Qualify for the Pulitzer Prize
Amazon is Heavily Invested into the Success of Kindle Unlimited
Kindle Unlimited is an e-Book subscription platform with around 700,000 titles available. Users pay a monthly fee and can basically read as much as they want, similarly to what Netflix does for video and Crunchyroll for anime. Amazon has been heavily lambasted by authors and publishers because there is no set dollar amount they make on their content that is opted into the … [Read more...] about Amazon is Heavily Invested into the Success of Kindle Unlimited
PressReader Updates Android App for Free Newspaper and Magazine Downloading
PressReader has updated their official Android app for support for their brand new hotspot mapping system. It basically allows you to ride a companies wireless internet connection to download free magazines and newspapers.Pressreader markets their hotspot solution to hotels, cafes, corporations and retail stores. It basically allows anyone with a tablet or smartphone to … [Read more...] about PressReader Updates Android App for Free Newspaper and Magazine Downloading
1,000 Macmillan e-Book Titles come to Scribd and Oyster
Scribd and Oyster are two of the largest e-Book subscription services out there and they have another reason for you to signup.  Publishing giant Macmillan has committed themselves to their platforms, contributing over 1,000 titles.In late December Macmillan John Sargent  announced that there were getting into the e-Book subscription business, in an attempt to broaden their … [Read more...] about 1,000 Macmillan e-Book Titles come to Scribd and Oyster
New Zealanders of All Ages Are Reading Digital Newspapers
A survey conducted by Impact PR agency took at a look at the digital newspaper consumption of New Zealanders. Their research has shown that 2/3 of the population has read a newspaper on their smartphone or tablet, using an app in the last year.The most interesting aspect of the report is that digital newspaper usage is not limited to youth. Â The older generation is … [Read more...] about New Zealanders of All Ages Are Reading Digital Newspapers
Postmedia Sees a Silver Lining with Digital
Postmedia is chiefly responsible for the vast majority of newspapers in Canada. The company publishers the National Post, Vancouver Sun, Calgary Herald, Ottawa Citizen and a bunch of others. The media company has reported that it had lost $10.3-million in the most recent quarter, which is a slight drop from the $11.8 million dollar loss the same time last year.Overall … [Read more...] about Postmedia Sees a Silver Lining with Digital