Wattpad the self-publishing platform that is read by millions of readers every month, has experienced a data breach. Their database with over 270 million user records have been stolen and is being sold on blackmarket websites for over $100,000 USD.Kiel Hume, Director of PR & Communications at Wattpad said that no financial information, phone numbers, stories, or private … [Read more...] about Wattpad logins and passwords have been stolen
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How does Kobo Plus Pay Canadian Publishers?
Kobo Plus is an unlimited ebook subscription program, that has just launched in Canada. Readers can get a free 30 day trial to get a sense of how it works. Readers can purchase a membership directly on the Kobo Plus landing page or directly on the Kobo e-reader. How does Kobo pay publishers or self-published authors?Each month, Kobo takes the total revenue earned from … [Read more...] about How does Kobo Plus Pay Canadian Publishers?
Marvel and Scholastic launch graphic novels for young readers
Marvel and Scholastic are teaming up to publish a series of original graphic novels that are aimed at young readers. The first title will be available next Spring and it is called Miles Morales: Shock Waves, written by bestselling author Justin A. Reynolds (Opposite of Always and the forthcoming novel, Early Departures) with art by Eisner Award-nominated artist Pablo Leon (The … [Read more...] about Marvel and Scholastic launch graphic novels for young readers
New York Times pulls all articles out of Apple News
When Apple was in the middle of launching their Apple News program, they were courting major publications like the New York Times and Washington Post to post a few articles a day. Although many of the publishers decided not to join in on the fun, Apple did ink deals with some pretty big named outlets. Today, the New York Times is suspended their relationship with Apple and … [Read more...] about New York Times pulls all articles out of Apple News
Google will start paying publishers for news content
Google is launching a new news initiative that will have the search engine giant paying publishers directly so users can access paywalled content. This platform will launch later this year on its Google News and Discover services. Google says it’s starting the program with publishers in Germany, Australia, and Brazil, but says that it’s got “more to come soon.” Publishing … [Read more...] about Google will start paying publishers for news content
iBooks Author and iTunes U is being Discontinued
Apple has announced that iBooks Author will be discontinued in July. Apple will also pull the app from various platforms, including the Mac Store. Books previously published using the iBooks Author app will remain available. This app was first introduced in 2012. The iTunes U app will also be shuttered sometime next year. Apple wants all authors and publishers to use their new … [Read more...] about iBooks Author and iTunes U is being Discontinued
Major Publishers Pull Out of the Frankfurt Book Fair
A slew of major publishers have announced today they they will not be attending the Frankfurt Book Fair this year. Hachette, Penguin Random House, Simon & Schuster, HarperCollins and Macmillan said that due to the global pandemic they will not be sending anyone over to Germany.Penguin Random House released a statement today. "As a long-time annual participant in the … [Read more...] about Major Publishers Pull Out of the Frankfurt Book Fair
Apple Books for Authors Platform makes publishing easy
Apple has just launched a publishing portal called Apple Books for Authors. It provides a huge resource for authors who are looking to self-publish or publishing companies to submit content. There are instructional videos, recommended apps for recording an audiobook or to writing an ebook. Once you have your content ready for submission there is a giant guide on how to setup … [Read more...] about Apple Books for Authors Platform makes publishing easy
Hachette digital sales are up, while book sales plummet
Hachette is one of the largest publishers in the world and have released their financial earnings report that covered the first three months of 2020. One of the more interesting things has to do with digital audiobooks and ebook sales. Downloadable audio accounted for 14.4% of HBG’s revenue in the quarter, up from 10% a year earlier. E-books accounted for 16.8% of total revenue … [Read more...] about Hachette digital sales are up, while book sales plummet
What Publishers Are Doing To Help During Covid-19
The pandemic of Covid-19 is disrupting the entire bookselling industry. Major publishers are doing their part in offering a ton of programs and initiatives to help readers, bookstores, schools and libraries. Here is a huge list of all of publishers doing their part.Cambridge University PressCambridge University Press’ COVID-19 response page Cambridge is offering … [Read more...] about What Publishers Are Doing To Help During Covid-19
Ebook revenue fell 4.2% in 2019 and generated $983.3 million
In 2019 ebook revenue in the United States declined 4.2% and generated $983.3 million. Digital audiobooks continued to grow, with a 22.1% increase as compared to last year, reaching $576.9 million in revenue. Year-to-date total Trade sales were flat (+0.1%) in relation to 2018, coming in at $7.9 billion. Total sales across all categories for January to December 2019 rose 1.8% … [Read more...] about Ebook revenue fell 4.2% in 2019 and generated $983.3 million
