Verdict: 5 StarsAs an entire subset of reading, business books have got to be the most diverse. Titles that promise to reinforce business ideas or shake things up give us new catch phrases like "out of the box" or slogans about colorful parachutes. They seem to develop an almost cult-like following among certain sectors of industry, with well-dressed professionals standing … [Read more...] about eBook Review: Finding the Next Steve Jobs by Nolan Bushnell
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Coursera Revolutionizes Online Learning, Online Textbooks
Online educational provider Coursera was developed through partnerships with more than sixty universities, allowing the company to provide high-quality instruction from world-class speakers and experts. Now, Coursera is working on bringing educational materials to its students via the Chegg e-reader platform at a more affordable price structure.Through agreements with top … [Read more...] about Coursera Revolutionizes Online Learning, Online Textbooks
3M Cloud Library Talks eBook Pilot Projects with Major Publishers
The 3M Cloud Library service may only be a few years old, but the company has developed a cohesive business in a short period of time. The company finds a ton of success in functioning as a content distribution system for libraries. The 3M platform is very attractive to publishers and has secured numerous pilot projects for Penguin, Hachette, and Simon and Schuster. What … [Read more...] about 3M Cloud Library Talks eBook Pilot Projects with Major Publishers
24Symbols Subscription-Based eBook Reading Gets a Boost from Zed
Some of the frustration surrounding ebook lending and digital borrowing may be getting a little help, as Spanish company 24symbols announced today that it has partnered with mobile device company Zed for global distribution.Described as the Netflix of books, 24symbols allows users to read content from a wide variety of publishers on internet-based computers and devices, … [Read more...] about 24Symbols Subscription-Based eBook Reading Gets a Boost from Zed
The Bibliotech Digital Library Talks About eBooks
Bexar County in San Antonio will be launching the first pure digital library in the United States in August. The publicly funded library has raised over $200,000 to finance its new digital library and will feature 48 computers, 300 e-readers, and three Discovery Terminals via 3M.We talked to Laura Cole, Special Projects Coordinator of BiblioTech about the origins of the … [Read more...] about The Bibliotech Digital Library Talks About eBooks
Is Barnes and Noble Selling Nook Media to Microsoft?
There has been a massive leak of internal documents today from Barnes and Noble that claim Microsoft has made a one billion dollar offer to buy the entire Nook brand. This includes all the ebooks, tablets, and e-readers that the company currently offers.Barnes and Noble has sold over 10 million Nook devices since first launching in 2009. Over 7 million people are actively … [Read more...] about Is Barnes and Noble Selling Nook Media to Microsoft?
IDPF Speaker List Finalized for Book Expo America
The IDPF is holding a two day event before the main Book Expo America Starts in late may. This is a major digital publishing event featuring the who's who of the ebook, e-reader, and self-publishing world. The main speaker list has been finalized and one of the new executives to lead a session is Otis Chandler, Co-founder and CEO of Goodreads. He will share an update and tackle … [Read more...] about IDPF Speaker List Finalized for Book Expo America
Baker and Taylor Discusses Axis 360 and eBook Pilot Programs
Over the course of the last few decades, Baker and Taylor has developed many longstanding relationships with publishers and content providers for the physical distribution of books. These relationships helped B&T to get its Axis 360 program off the ground and start facilitating the content digital content delivery for libraries all over the world.Last fall, Baker and … [Read more...] about Baker and Taylor Discusses Axis 360 and eBook Pilot Programs
Smashwords Releases Data from eBook Sales Study
The ebook distribution site Smashwords, spearheaded by founder Mark Coker, is often at the forefront of what is shaping digital publishing. Whether it's making a free platform available to self-published authors or helping writers find industry professionals to work with them, the site is much more than just a portal for purchasing inexpensive digital books.Today, the … [Read more...] about Smashwords Releases Data from eBook Sales Study
Sesame Street eBooks Now Available on Google Play
Sesame Street has launched 25 new ebooks today on Google Play. The digital editions range in price from $1.99-$4.99, with select titles available in 13 different countries.The Monster at the End of This Book, Elmo Loves You, and Elmo’s Potty Time are but a few of the new titles that are available. Sesame Street continues to be one of the leaders in developing children's … [Read more...] about Sesame Street eBooks Now Available on Google Play
Summer Poses Opportunities for More Reading
One of the chief concerns US educators have about the summer holidays is the potential for a reversal of the gains students made throughout the school year. When the study habits and learning choices students make during the school year aren't emphasized during those months of "down time," the end result is that schools often have to spend the first month of the new school year … [Read more...] about Summer Poses Opportunities for More Reading
Sony Reader Store Now Available in Australia
Sony has just unveiled its new Australian Reader Store that seeks to capitalize on a growing ebook market. The company intends on swaying people over to its ecosystem by offering a different free ebook every day. Sony is also showcasing hundreds of books written by local writers.Expanding into foreign markets as been a priority with Sony, with the UK and European relaunches … [Read more...] about Sony Reader Store Now Available in Australia
Indie Authors Help Each Other with Book Promotion
One of the great struggles in the current climate of digital and self-publishing has been making a book stand out in the crowd. Of course, the great paradox is that even traditionally published authors now have to put in some measure of leg work to ensure that readers find and purchase their books. But more than ever, authors are banding together to help one another promote … [Read more...] about Indie Authors Help Each Other with Book Promotion