Libby is a mobile app developed by OverDrive that allows users to borrow e-books and audiobooks from their local library. With Libby, users can browse their library's digital catalog, borrow books with just a few taps, and read or listen to them on their mobile devices. Libby also offers a user-friendly reading experience with features such as adjustable font sizes, background … [Read more...] about Libby reports record rise in demand for comic books from 2020 to 2023 in North America
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New York Times is now tracking Graphic Novels
The New York Times is now tracking graphic novels again in their bestseller list. This is largely due to Marvel and DC graphic novels having increased sales, in addition to manga. The Times stopped including graphic novels in their bestseller list in 2017. Starting October 2nd they will now be available online and in print on October 20th. “We are thrilled to bring back to … [Read more...] about New York Times is now tracking Graphic Novels
Digital Manga has Overtaken Print for the First Time
Digital manga sales in Japan have overtaken print for the first time ever. According to a survey by the Research Institute for Publications, sales of digital manga last year are estimated to have risen 17.2% from a year earlier to 171.1 billion yen, while sales of prints fell roughly 14.4% and generated $166.6 billion yen. The research body of the All Japan Magazine and Book … [Read more...] about Digital Manga has Overtaken Print for the First Time
Reinventing the Graphic Novel for All Readers
Many of us remember fondly the pocket-sized comic books of classic works of literature. Those mini precursors to the graphic novel saved a lot of us come final exam time, but they were also a great tool to use in order to understand great writers' works, to peruse timeless works of literature in order to decide to read the full edition, and to simply be more well-rounded in … [Read more...] about Reinventing the Graphic Novel for All Readers
Trajectory And Zhejiang Publishing United Group Announce Global eBook Distribution Deal
Trajectory, Inc. and the state-owned Chinese publisher Zhejiang Publishing United have entered into a deal that will ensure greater exposure of Chinese ebook titles worldwide. The partnership was announced at the Frankfurt Book Fair and marks the largest agreement so far that will lead to exporting Chinese book titles elsewhere in the world. At the present time, it will be … [Read more...] about Trajectory And Zhejiang Publishing United Group Announce Global eBook Distribution Deal
Five Graphic Novels to Read on Your New Tablet or E-Reader
Congratulations on getting your new e-reader. Now, what should you read on it? Here are five suggestions for graphic novels that will look particularly good on your new device. Each one is complete in a single volume and makes for a good read whether or not you are usually a fan of comics. (If you're new to digital comics, check out my quick guide below.) Parker: The Hunter … [Read more...] about Five Graphic Novels to Read on Your New Tablet or E-Reader
Classics Illustrated Comes to Tablet
Many a student's grade in high school English was saved by the comic book-style Classics Illustrated, and even more student simply enjoyed the link drawing illustrations and original graphic novel adaptation of some of the most famous works of literature ever written. Unfortunately for fans who are fond of the nostalgia of the pocket-sized books, the collectors items are now … [Read more...] about Classics Illustrated Comes to Tablet
DreamWorks App Centralizes Children’s Digital Content
One of the features of digital enhanced ebooks for children that has made tablet-based reading so popular for both the children and the parents is the ability to contain all of the specified in content in one easy-to-access location. Some publishers, like Ruckus Media, have actually capitalized on the capability by allowing parents to set the tablet screen to contain only the … [Read more...] about DreamWorks App Centralizes Children’s Digital Content
Kindle Fire Boasts Exclusive Content
A sleek new design and a cheaper price point aren’t the only thing that Amazon fans are anticipating for November. Besides the obvious features of the Kindle Fire tablet PC and the Amazon name to back it up, comics and graphic novel fans are going to love the included content. One hundred titles of content, to be exact. The Kindle Fire tablet will come with 100 DC Comics’ … [Read more...] about Kindle Fire Boasts Exclusive Content
E-readers Leave Graphic Novels Out In The Cold
Authors of comic books and graphic novels have long relied on the concept of the ashcan print, a brief book of about sixteen pages or so that will illustrate for the distributor what the author/illustrator team can do. This small effort is the necessary foot in the door to be able to go on to produce lengthier works. It can be likened to a query for fiction writers trying to … [Read more...] about E-readers Leave Graphic Novels Out In The Cold