Image credit: redital Popular online book marketplace, Bookshop.org has recently made an announcement that it has generated a £3m profit for the 570 independent bookshops using the same. They are also aiming to increase online sales for indie bookshops nearly five times by the year 2028, according to The Bookseller.The managing director of the platform, Nicole … [Read more...] about Bookshop.org Generates £3m in Profit For Indie Bookstores
Iowa Elementary School Unveils Brand-New Book Vending Machine
Image credit: theguardian Books can now be accessed through the school vending machines. Last week, Iowa Elementary School in Nampa, Idaho, introduced a brand-new book vending machine. This made the school one of the first in the district to have such machines.Speaking about the matter, Principal Preston Pruett said that with this initiative, the school wants to boost the … [Read more...] about Iowa Elementary School Unveils Brand-New Book Vending Machine
YouTube or TikTok: What do Youngsters Prefer for Finding New Reads?
Image credit: backstage Digital platforms have become a great mode for people to discover new books. While TikTok has definitely been a useful space for the same, it seems like YouTube has surpassed TikTok to become the most popular online platform for youngsters to find out new books to read, according to a Nielsen BookData report.In the 2022 survey, Nielsen found out … [Read more...] about YouTube or TikTok: What do Youngsters Prefer for Finding New Reads?
Amazon building publisher-centric ad product team to boost $37 billion ad business
With an eye toward accelerating its ad revenue growth, Amazon is making strategic moves to establish a dedicated ad product team geared towards publishers. As Insider reported, this endeavor is part of Amazon's broader effort to bolster its advertising endeavors. The retail behemoth is actively recruiting for its newly formed "PubTech" team, a division within Amazon Ads, as … [Read more...] about Amazon building publisher-centric ad product team to boost $37 billion ad business
The Internet Archive and leading book publishers find common ground in legal battle
In a development that may mark a turning point in their legal dispute, the Internet Archive and a consortium of prominent book publishers have jointly informed a Manhattan federal court about their progress in resolving key aspects of their ongoing conflict concerning the Archive's digital lending of scanned books, Reuters reported.Pending acceptance, a consent judgment is … [Read more...] about The Internet Archive and leading book publishers find common ground in legal battle
American Reading Statistics: According to a Poll Survey
Books are a significant part of our day-to-day lives. Not only does it renders knowledge on any particular topic/subject, but it also provides good focus, overall empathy, memory, and an expansive vocabulary. When it comes to book reading, American readers sure have a different story.A 2022 research was conducted by Test Prep Insight through a national poll to get a quick … [Read more...] about American Reading Statistics: According to a Poll Survey
DC to Launch Graphic Novels For their Webtoons Series
Image credit: batman-news Well-known comics company DC, which is known for their greatest superheroes, has finally announced that they will be launching their Webtoon series as graphic novels for the readers. With this initiative, readers will be able to access their favorite DC webtoon series in print starting this month.The graphic novels that people are likely to access … [Read more...] about DC to Launch Graphic Novels For their Webtoons Series
Avoid this Kindle book buying scam at Amazon
There is a new Kindle e-book scam circulating that potential buyers should be cautious about. As reported by the eBook Reader Blog, which in turn cited a Reddit post, this scam involves a link shared in the Book Description section. The link falsely claims that buyers can access the book at an unbelievably low price. It's important for buyers to be vigilant and not fall for … [Read more...] about Avoid this Kindle book buying scam at Amazon
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite vs B&N Nook Glowlight 4 Plus 2023 edition
When it comes to e-reader sales in the United States, the top players in the industry are the Amazon Kindle, which has an 80% market share, and Barnes and Noble Nook. The Kindle Paperwhite and Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition are the most popular, while the upcoming Nook Glowlight Plus 2023 edition is currently on pre-order and will ship out in September. This is the … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Paperwhite vs B&N Nook Glowlight 4 Plus 2023 edition
Paris booksellers upset at having to ‘hide’ their stalls during Olympics
Ahead of next year's Olympic Games in Paris, booksellers along the River Seine have been told they need to move. And the booksellers, known as bouquinistes, are quite upset about this.For over 450 years the open-air booksellers along the River Seine in Paris have must-see for tourists coming to the iconic city. The River Seine bouquinistes are the largest open-air book … [Read more...] about Paris booksellers upset at having to ‘hide’ their stalls during Olympics
Lenovo Xiaoxin learning tablet with 12.7-inch ‘paper-like’ display now on pre-order
Lenovo Xiaoxin 12.7-inch learning tablet is here. Unlike the scores of Android tablets dotting the marketplace, the new Lenovo Xiaoxin is special in that it features a 12.7-inch 'paper-like' LCD display that causes the least eye fatigue. Lenovo said this has been achieved thanks to the incorporation of the nano-etching AG process and diffuse reflection technology that has … [Read more...] about Lenovo Xiaoxin learning tablet with 12.7-inch ‘paper-like’ display now on pre-order
Pooks.ai Brings Personalized Books For Readers
Image credit: printersdigest Pooks.ai is a new platform that ensures personalized reading and learning experiences for readers. With this, the platform wants to revolutionize the way readers indulge in the literature and absorb the overall information. Pooks.ai provides both e-books and audiobooks with a touch of personalization.Dr. Bo Bennett, an author and well-known … [Read more...] about Pooks.ai Brings Personalized Books For Readers
Key2success Announces Optimized Digital Planner For Their E-ink Tablets
Image credit: brandenbodendorfer Key2Success has announced the re-optimization of their digital planner for e-ink tablets with more efficient features and overall user experience. With this new edition, the planner is likely to be perfect for those who use e-readers like Amazon Scribe and Onyx Boox. The company has worked on the digital planner to create a new edition that … [Read more...] about Key2success Announces Optimized Digital Planner For Their E-ink Tablets
Amazon’s New Policy Becomes Concerning for the UK Sellers
Amazon has implemented a policy for European sellers where they have decided to wait to pay the sellers until seven days after their product delivery. This initiative has ensured the company has adequate funds, just in case the customer requests a return or claim. About 15% of traders, who got associated with the platform before 2016, were only affected by the policy on 3 … [Read more...] about Amazon’s New Policy Becomes Concerning for the UK Sellers