Google has now been granted permission to sell e-books and audiobooks directly to buyers via its iOS app, Google Play Books. Making the announcement on the company blog post, Google said users will henceforth be able to complete a book purchase by clicking on the 'Get Book' option associated with a book in the Google Play Books iOS app. Users will then be redirected to the … [Read more...] about Google Unveils Direct e-Book Sales on iOS, Bypassing Apple Commission
Amazon makes it clear that Kindle Books are Licensed and not Owned
Amazon has revised the text when purchasing a Kindle e-book on its online store. You do not own the book you bought but are licensing it. It used to say "By clicking on above button, you agree to Amazon's Kindle Store Terms of Use." However, the text in the USA has been changed to "By placing your order, you're purchasing a license to the content and agree to the Kindle Store … [Read more...] about Amazon makes it clear that Kindle Books are Licensed and not Owned
Margaret Atwood to Publish Memoir… Sort of
Margaret Atwood has never done things the usual way, and her upcoming memoir, Book of Lives: A Memoir of Sorts, proves that even when reflecting on her own life, she refuses to follow a traditional path. Set for release on November 4, 2025, by Doubleday in the United States, the book is a blend of personal history, memory and deep reflection. Known for her sharp intellect, dry … [Read more...] about Margaret Atwood to Publish Memoir… Sort of
Pocket Entertainment’s New AI-Powered Comics Platform Pocket Toon is Already a Hit
Digital content creator Pocket Entertainment has announced the launch of Pocket Toons, its new comic platform that would leverage the power of AI for content creation and storytelling. All of that is going to be possible thanks to the use of the new Blaze feature that Pocket Toon is based on. Blaze is an AI-enabled studio that is designed to provide impetus to artists and … [Read more...] about Pocket Entertainment’s New AI-Powered Comics Platform Pocket Toon is Already a Hit
The Braille Institute Launches New Font for e-readers
The Braille Institute has just launched their Atkinson Hyperlegible Next, now with enhanced characters, upgraded with seven weights, and a bonus variable version for all you professional hyperlegible-ites out there. It has improved legibility and readability for individuals with low vision. They have also released Hyperlegible Mono, a brand-new monospaced typeface inspired … [Read more...] about The Braille Institute Launches New Font for e-readers
How will Amazon’s Quebec Exit affect Books and E-Readers?
Amazon shutting down all of its Quebec warehouses isn’t just about job losses—it’s also a big deal for book lovers, especially those who read in French. Amazon has been a major distributor of books in Quebec and things are about to changeand with its departure. What Happens to French Books Now? Many Quebecers rely on Amazon for quick access to books- particularly … [Read more...] about How will Amazon’s Quebec Exit affect Books and E-Readers?
Latest Scribe AI features are rolling out to users in the UK, Canada, and Australia
The Kindle Scribe might not be selling well, and Amazon is trying to remedy that by letting me know that the AI features found on the 2024 Kindle Scribe at launch were only available in the United States. The latest firmware with AI features is now rolling out to users in the UK, Canada, New Zealand, and Australia. These features are also now available on the 2022 Kindle Scribe … [Read more...] about Latest Scribe AI features are rolling out to users in the UK, Canada, and Australia
English Version of the Pomera DM250 is on sale soon
The Pomera 250 has been a popular digital typewriter for several years. It has been a Japanese import, and although the UI was in English, most of the keys were still in Japanese. This is all going to change. The company that makes the hardware will sell it to North American customers on February 18th and will cost around $469.99 Pomera has been making these kinds of digital … [Read more...] about English Version of the Pomera DM250 is on sale soon
Introducing Ink Console – The Hybrid e-Reader That Also Doubles as a Game Console
Here is an e-reader device that can also double up as a retro game console. No matter how weird that might sound though such a device is indeed in the making. The basic idea behind such a device is to let users play games while also catching up on some serious reading as well. For this, Ink Console, as the device is named, comes with a 7.5-inch e-paper display with 800 x 480 … [Read more...] about Introducing Ink Console – The Hybrid e-Reader That Also Doubles as a Game Console
Will Amazon Discontinue the Kindle Scribe?
The Amazon Kindle Scribe was launched in 2022 and was released to compete against the Remarkable, Supernote, Onyx Boox, Bigme, and other dedicated e-notebooks. Amazon has had an uphill battle, since their competition had a five-year head start. The Scribes software was never powerful, although a flurry of firmware updates made it somewhat viable. In 2024, Amazon released a … [Read more...] about Will Amazon Discontinue the Kindle Scribe?