The world of reading is changing in recent digital times. Reading used to be all about taking in the scent of books filled with ink and the rustle of crisp paper. This has drastically changed in the new world, where digital books have gained tremendous popularity. This transformation from paper to pixels has completely changed how we access and consume written material. The … [Read more...] about From Paper to Pixels: The Rise of E-Readers and Digital Reading
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Do You Consider eReader Luxury or Necessity?
Well, eReaders are luxury for those who don't read frequently, and it's a convenience for those who are avid readers. Those who are regular readers, ereaders can be both a necessity and a convenience. Here is why: Ereaders are portable. You can carry them anywhere you go. It's like carrying multiple books in one device. So, you don't have to travel with multiple books. … [Read more...] about Do You Consider eReader Luxury or Necessity?
Why Kindle Books are priced higher than their print counterparts
Browsing through Amazon's vast library of books reveals something peculiar if you are observant enough: Kindle titles often come with a higher price tag than their physical counterparts. That might seem intriguing but the reasons behind this pricing discrepancy reveal a complex interplay between publishers, retailers, and market dynamics. At the heart of the matter lies a … [Read more...] about Why Kindle Books are priced higher than their print counterparts
Why Print Books Have Blank Pages
You must have noticed blank pages in both paperback and hardcover books. But have wondered what is the purpose of these blank pages? On top of that, why don’t ebooks have blank pages like that? Well, blank pages in print books can be intentional, for example, for allowing authors to sign or for readers to make notes. Intentional empty pages In hardcover books, the first … [Read more...] about Why Print Books Have Blank Pages
Print book sales declined 6.41% in the US in 2022
Print books remain mainstream even though we have had e-books for years. However, its sales haven't been consistent, as the segment has faced several ups and downs. The most significant disruption, perhaps, has been during the pandemic when the sale of e-books peaked as people were forced to remain indoors. Booklovers resorted to buying e-books instead, which led to digital … [Read more...] about Print book sales declined 6.41% in the US in 2022
E-Readers Were Supposed To Kill Printed Books, but they never did
In early 2000s, when e-readers started catching eyes, it was supposed that the rise of these devices marked the death of print books and independent bookstores in the future. But it doesn’t seem so! In fact, considering some latest studies and statistics, it looks like that despite the surging popularity of e-readers, the printed books industry is thriving. In fact, Gen Z … [Read more...] about E-Readers Were Supposed To Kill Printed Books, but they never did
Are Print Book Sales Declining In Your Country?
Although many readers believe in the notion of a decline in the publishing industry, it is surprisingly still going strong. Hardcore bookworms still prefer physical books, and they are expected to continue doing so. Reading is more than just a pastime; it's an experience of setting foot in another world, powered solely by your imagination and the words on the pages of a … [Read more...] about Are Print Book Sales Declining In Your Country?
Why Should Gen Z Be Reading Printed Books?
Reading has become a common habit for people of different age groups. Whether it's seniors, millennials, or Gen Z, people are into reading miscellaneous genres. However, it has been seen that Gen Z is more into e-books rather than printed books. Although it's quite interesting to see the young generation's indulgence in reading in particular, reading printed books has its own … [Read more...] about Why Should Gen Z Be Reading Printed Books?
Will Paper Books Become Obsolete In the Next 10 Years?
E-books are growing in popularity since they’re easily accessible and cheaper, and many titles are available for free online. People read them on their smartphones, tablets, and computers in their free time. Does it mean that paper books will become obsolete? Let’s discuss the concerning factors. Sharing knowledge in written form has been an essential part of our society in … [Read more...] about Will Paper Books Become Obsolete In the Next 10 Years?
Love for Kindle: Baby Boomers vs. Millennials
We imagine parents and grandparents reclining on a cozy couch, cradling their favorite book in their hands, engrossed in its pages. But it seems we need to repaint the picture. According to an article published in Wall Street Journal (WSJ), baby boomers love Kindle more than millennials do. I totally agree with Perri Ormont Blumberg, the author of the article. I have noticed … [Read more...] about Love for Kindle: Baby Boomers vs. Millennials
Print Books Sales Remain Steady in Q1 2023
The industry feared that unit sales of print books might experience a sharp drop in 2023 as the economy slows down. The recorded small quarterly decline should ease such fears. With four successive weeks of increases to the first quarter close out, unit sales of print books were almost flat with 2022, seeing a slight drop of 0.3%. In addition, the most recent quarter saw … [Read more...] about Print Books Sales Remain Steady in Q1 2023
Does the e-book revolution spell disaster for print books?
Do you love the smell of yellowed paper, the feel of parchment against your skin, the weight of a leather-bound volume in your hands? Bibliophiles like myself would agree that there is nothing that can truly replace the genuine feel of a physical book. The traditional 'book' form that we love so much has been around for centuries, so it is hard to think of it as something … [Read more...] about Does the e-book revolution spell disaster for print books?
There is a psychological divide over ebook ownership
People's sense of psychological ownership is affected by three primary factors: whether they feel as if they have control over the object they own, whether they use the object to define who they are, and whether the object helps give them a sense of belonging in society. There no true ownership when it comes to ebooks, you merely lease them from an online retailer such as … [Read more...] about There is a psychological divide over ebook ownership
What Is KDP Print?
A number of authors have been delighted and/or perplexed to find a new designation next to their books' titles in their KDP dashboards, and that's the option to create a print version of their ebooks. With some authors taking to publishing forums to find out more, the consensus seems to be that Amazon may be shifting its print arm to this model rather than … [Read more...] about What Is KDP Print?