People collect comics for many different reasons; nostalgia, artistic appreciation, investment potential, and cultural significance. For many, comic books serve as gateways to cherished memories of adolescence, bringing them back to a happy time through stories, characters, and the adventures which captured their imaginations in the first place. The artwork and storytelling … [Read more...] about Decoding Comic Authentication
AT&T amiGO Jr. Tab for kids with extensive parental controls launched
AT&T has introduced a new tablet device which it has named amiGO Jr. Tab. The tablet is primarily aimed at the kids and is designed accordingly, with plenty of cladding all around along with what can be considered a holder at the top right corner. It also comes with a special Eye Care mode for filtering out harmful blue light. The key aspect of the tablet, according to … [Read more...] about AT&T amiGO Jr. Tab for kids with extensive parental controls launched
HarperCollins to produce AI-generated Audiobooks
HarperCollins Publishers has joined forces with ElevenLabs, a pioneering leader in AI voice technology to produce audiobooks for its foreign language business, The Bookseller reported. With this collaboration, HarperCollins is looking to diversify its audiobook catalog using ElevenLabs's cutting-edge text-to-speech tool. This innovative approach will help reduce the cost and … [Read more...] about HarperCollins to produce AI-generated Audiobooks
Everything you need to know about the new Kobo e-readers
Kobo will release the Libra Color, Clara Color and Clara BW e-readers at the end of April. These are the first colour e-readers that the company has ever released, and they are a huge deal. Today, I spoke with a few people at Kobo and discovered many things that nobody was discussing. If you want to know more about the new Rakuten Kobo e-readers. Check out our preview of the … [Read more...] about Everything you need to know about the new Kobo e-readers
New E Ink Spectra 6 Plus offers faster refresh and higher resolution
E Ink has announced the launch of the new Spectra 6 Plus display technology. Built on the Spectra e-paper display which was launched in 2023, the new Spectra 6 has a markedly less page refresh time while flickering too has been reduced significantly. As E Ink stated, the new Spectra 6 takes just 7 seconds to refresh fully, which marks a considerable improvement over the 25 … [Read more...] about New E Ink Spectra 6 Plus offers faster refresh and higher resolution
New Star Wars adventures in manga on pre-order on Amazon
It perhaps can’t get more exciting for Star Wars and manga fans than this, what with the latest manga releases hitting the shelves soon. On May 7, two thrilling additions will join the Star Wars expanded universe: Star Wars Visions: The Manga Anthology and Star Wars: The Mandalorian Volume 2. The good news here, is that both are currently available on Amazon for … [Read more...] about New Star Wars adventures in manga on pre-order on Amazon
PocketBook Era Color now available to buy online
It has been around a month since the PocketBook Era Color e-reader has been launched. Now, the good news on this front is that the Era Color e-reader is finally available to buy online. You will be set back by $259.99 for the 7-inch color e-reader featuring a 7-inch Kaleido 3 display. You have to make full payment to secure your order. The company also stated they will be … [Read more...] about PocketBook Era Color now available to buy online
Top 5 Books Based On True Stories
Looking for the books that are inspired by true stories? Here, we bring you the list of five best books based on true stories. Let’s explore: The Christie Affair, by Nina de Gramont Just hours following her husband’s announcement that he was leaving her and marrying his mistress, Christie left her dog and her daughter at home and disappeared without explanation. Though … [Read more...] about Top 5 Books Based On True Stories
Celebrating the Heart of Literature: Independent Bookstore Day
In the bustling landscape of the literally scene, one unique event stands out: Independent Bookstore Day. This annual occasion is always held on the last Saturday in April, and is a tribute to the resilience and passion of independent bookstores. Cherished by book lovers and local communities alike, Independent Bookstore Day reminds us of the invaluable role … [Read more...] about Celebrating the Heart of Literature: Independent Bookstore Day
Viz Manga now includes Marvel Manga
Viz Media announced its manga app has now been introduced in more regions of the world, AnimeNewsNetwork reported. Those include the U.K., Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. So far, the app was only available to users in the US and Canada. The company also stated all content that is available to users in the US and Canada, including simulpub content, will also be available in … [Read more...] about Viz Manga now includes Marvel Manga
Reading print books is better for children’s mental health than Kindle
A new study conducted by researchers at the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology has revealed compelling neuroscience evidence that affirms the superiority of paper reading over its digital counterparts, particularly for children. Published in the esteemed journal PLOS One, the study sheds light on the profound impact of reading medium on cognitive engagement, attention, and … [Read more...] about Reading print books is better for children’s mental health than Kindle
Spotify audiobook listening jumps 470% following the release of the film and TV adaptation
Spotify said each time a film gets released, the audiobook adaptation of the same witnesses a massive surge in demand, The Wrap reported. The company said that on average, they witnessed a huge 470 percent increase in audiobook consumption during the week following the release of a film or a television adaptation. For instance, there has been Shōgun by James Clavell, two … [Read more...] about Spotify audiobook listening jumps 470% following the release of the film and TV adaptation
New Kobo Libra Colour, Clara Colour, and Clara BW discounted 19%
It has just been days back, April 10, to be specific, that Kobo launched three all-new e-reader devices, Libra Colour, Clara Colour, and the Clara BW. None would expect any of the e-readers to be available for a discount just yet though the Australian book retailer Booktopia has done just that. As TechRadar reported, the bookstore is already offering a nice 10 percent discount … [Read more...] about New Kobo Libra Colour, Clara Colour, and Clara BW discounted 19%
Onyx Boox set to launch Note X3 Pro and Note X3 on April 23
Onyx Boox announced it will have two new E Ink tablet devices up for launch on April 23, ITHome reported. It is the Note X3 Youth Edition and the Note X3 Pro E Ink tablets that the company plans to launch next week. The company had earlier launched the Note X3 last fall. The Note X3 comes with a 10.3-inch E Ink display having 227 PPI resolution. One of the unique features of … [Read more...] about Onyx Boox set to launch Note X3 Pro and Note X3 on April 23