It's been a long time in the making, but Amazon Publishing finally has some big news to share: the traditional arm of Amazon's company will work with Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) to put its 10,000-plus titles in libraries. Previously, Amazon Publishing has not offered ebook lending through public libraries, unlike many traditional publishers--albeit publishers who … [Read more...] about Amazon, DPLA Finally Join Forces on Library Lending
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Is Digital Publishing Overlooking their Biggest Consumer?
Everywhere you look on social media, it seems like it's Gen Z versus Millennials versus Boomers (Gen X is sitting this one out, giving everyone the side-eye). But one thing recent events have taught us is that the stereotypes that have been assigned to these different age demographics are typically wrong... and that these preconceived notions might be most inaccurate when it … [Read more...] about Is Digital Publishing Overlooking their Biggest Consumer?
Are COVID Digital Lending Terms the New Normal?
As the entire world adjusts to "the new normal" of the COVID-19 global pandemic, more and more people are starting to take a look at what worked and what didn't in terms of adjusting to everyday life. A number of companies and businesses are looking at things like employee productivity and absenteeism in light of work-from-home accommodations. Schools around the world are … [Read more...] about Are COVID Digital Lending Terms the New Normal?
Enki Enables Free eBook Borrowing to All CA Residents
All aspects of society have learned a few things during the past year as we braved a worldwide pandemic. First, we learned that working from home actually is a possibility for a great many industries. We've also learned that working from home can be difficult if you have family members to care for. We've learned that masks can stop the spread of COVID and a lot of other … [Read more...] about Enki Enables Free eBook Borrowing to All CA Residents
Books, Book Reviews Are Headed to the Moon
This has certainly been a big month for space exploration and advancements, with NASA's Perseverance rover, China's Tianwen-1, and the United Arab Emirates' Hope all reaching Mars this month. and , but a new piece of space news will have bookworms rejoicing: ebooks are going where no books have gone before... and so are some book reviews! It all started when Astrobotic and … [Read more...] about Books, Book Reviews Are Headed to the Moon
B&N Press Just Sweetened Its Deal for Indie Authors
One of the most important things about self-publishing has always been that authors were finally in control. Without gatekeepers blocking the way, authors could sell where they wanted to, price their books how they wanted, write whatever genre and crossovers they wanted. Choice is a glorious thing when it comes to buying and selling, but that choice diminished somewhat with the … [Read more...] about B&N Press Just Sweetened Its Deal for Indie Authors
Authors to Dept of Justice: Stop the Penguin Random House Buy of Simon & Schuster
Once upon a time, the publishing world involved a vast, gatekeeping entity called the Big Six. Shortly after a devastating anti-trust lawsuit involving five of those publishers, Penguin and Random House merged to become the current largest trade publisher in the US. But a new deal to buy Simon & Schuster--amounting to what the Washington Post has called "the Big Bad Wolf … [Read more...] about Authors to Dept of Justice: Stop the Penguin Random House Buy of Simon & Schuster
Amazon Publishing Nabs Several Top Authors
Amazon Publishing certainly isn't new to the industry anymore, but somehow, people continue to be surprised by the names the company manages to publish under its different imprints. According to Publishing Perspectives, Dean Koontz, horror author of more than 45 titles, is the latest name to sign with Amazon for a five-book deal, the first of which will release … [Read more...] about Amazon Publishing Nabs Several Top Authors
IndieReader Announces Winners of 9th Annual IR Discovery Awards
Ever since the self-publishing revolution began, companies have come and gone that sought to capitalize on the "craze" by offering services and visibility to authors. Some companies, like Smashwords and Bibliocrunch, have withstood the changing publishing landscape by increasing what they can do for authors. Others faded away with little to show for their innovation and … [Read more...] about IndieReader Announces Winners of 9th Annual IR Discovery Awards
JK Rowling Blesses Readers with Four New Harry Potter Books
If you're still pining for the excitement of Harry's childhood journey through magic and adventure, there's good news. Author JK Rowling has announced four new books in the Harry Potter world, ones that will delve into the history of magic associated with Hogwarts and the wizarding world. While fans may know Voldemort's origin story or how the houses were formed, this … [Read more...] about JK Rowling Blesses Readers with Four New Harry Potter Books
Anti-Vaxxers Target Children Through Amazon Orders
The most recent report of a malicious actor using Amazon orders to target individuals has shown there is no limit to the kinds of vile actions people are capable of. A mother in the UK reported purchasing several popular age-appropriate novels for her middle school-aged son, only to have him bring her a leaflet that had been tucked inside one of the books. The leaflet contained … [Read more...] about Anti-Vaxxers Target Children Through Amazon Orders
Mueller Report Already a Bestseller
The long-awaited "fake news! witch hunt! no collusion!" Mueller report has finally been released--or at least, a uselessly redacted version of it--and people on both sides of the aisle and the issue are enthralled with the news. Some, like many members of Congress, still feel the blacked-out details need to be uncovered, while others feel that what is already visible in black … [Read more...] about Mueller Report Already a Bestseller
EL James Has a New Book Out and We Only Have Ourselves to Blame
It was bad enough when billionaire Christian Grey had his violent way with recent-teenager Anastasia Steele. The 50 Shades trilogy showed that there are no limits to how much book fans are willing to consume, and that self-published Twilight fan fiction could potentially take off in a traditionally-published way. But somewhere between they hype surrounding the movie … [Read more...] about EL James Has a New Book Out and We Only Have Ourselves to Blame
Big Changes at BookBaby
In the world of self-publishing companies, there are more than a few scam outlets that steal not just authors' hard-earned money, but also their hopes, aspirations, and even their reputations. Many of these companies have thankfully been thrown on the trash heap due to shady business practices, while some have even spent a good deal of time in court desperately trying to defend … [Read more...] about Big Changes at BookBaby