The Chinese digital book publishing industry is growing. Audiobooks and ebooks are taking off in a big way. A new report proclaims that the entire digital publishing industry earned an estimated 1.6 trillion yuan ($229 billion) in revenue last year, up 19% from 2022. One of the growth sectors is internet periodicals, e-books and digital newspapers, generating a combined income … [Read more...] about Digital Book Publishing is Growing in China
Amazon Music Subscribers Now Have Free Access to Audible Audiobooks
From Tuesday onwards, Amazon Music subscribers will have access to the Audible catalogue of over one million audiobooks. However, they can only listen to one audiobook every month. They won't have purchasing rights, and the option to read more audiobooks will require signing up for an Audible plan. The above perk will be in addition to the usual Amazon Music subscription … [Read more...] about Amazon Music Subscribers Now Have Free Access to Audible Audiobooks
Webtoon is running a contest with 1 million in prizes
WEBTOON has just announced “Webcomic Legends,” a new contest launching in 2025 that will seek out the next wave of visionary webcomic creators -- with over USD 1 million in prizes. The contest will highlight emerging talent on WEBTOON’s CANVAS platform, rewarding 40 outstanding webcomics across multiple genres with cash prizes and the opportunity to join the WEBTOON Originals … [Read more...] about Webtoon is running a contest with 1 million in prizes
Apple is selling adverts in Apple News
Apple News is a great way to stay informed about breaking news stories worldwide. There is a lot of free content, and you can manually enter your favourite websites, so your feed is full of appealing articles. Apple is starting to populate the free tier of Apple News with direct advertisements, and they are also reaching out to major brands to encourage them to … [Read more...] about Apple is selling adverts in Apple News
Kobo Libra Colour Gets Pre-Black Friday Discount in the UK
Amazon UK is offering a nice deal on the Kobo Libra Colour that brings its price down by £20. This makes the Libra Colour to be priced £179.99 which otherwise sells for £199.99. The e-reader impresses with its 7-inch Kaleido 3 display where you get to see things in color, a first on any Kobo device so far. All of your annotations and markings are going to be in color as well. … [Read more...] about Kobo Libra Colour Gets Pre-Black Friday Discount in the UK
Supernote is draconian about managing their Reddit community
Supernote is a brand that is quite toxic, their management of their official Reddit page is quite draconian. The company is quick to ban anyone asking about shipping dates, asking about competing products and are quick to delete anyone who doesn't post a glowing review of any of their products. The owners of the company and mods that police the community are Chinese and don't … [Read more...] about Supernote is draconian about managing their Reddit community
Amazon Offering 20% Discount For Colorsoft Returnees When Buying Another Kindle
Things surely can't be considered ideal for Amazon's first color Kindle, the Kindle Colorsoft. The yellow band issue has forced many to return their devices and this, as Wired reported, has led to a rather unpleasant scenario for many as they are left without a Kindle at the moment. To make matters worse, Amazon is unable to provide a fixed timeline as to when the said fix to … [Read more...] about Amazon Offering 20% Discount For Colorsoft Returnees When Buying Another Kindle
New Xueyisheng X1 e-Note Specs Revealed
The new Xueyisheng X1 e-note device launched days ago isn't just another e-paper tablet device coming our way. It is unique because it comes with a new e-paper display that its makers claim is faster and has better colour capabilities than an e-ink display. Developed by Guangzhou Aoyi Electronic Technology Co., Ltd., the new e-paper display features advanced fast brush … [Read more...] about New Xueyisheng X1 e-Note Specs Revealed
Cheap Android Tablets are a Sweet Deal On a Tight Budget
Students are required to use tablets for school, and each year, hundreds of parents scramble to take advantage of the latest deals. Meet Maverick, a typical 9-year-old who struggles to remember to pack his device before hopping on the school bus. It's only two months into the school year, and his Kindle Fire has disappeared. His parents are frantic because they find it … [Read more...] about Cheap Android Tablets are a Sweet Deal On a Tight Budget
The Best e-readers for Winter 2024 and 2025
This year, over one hundred e-readers and e-notebooks were released worldwide, and it can be daunting to figure out what e-book reader might be suitable for your needs. Whether you want to curl up and read a book under a blanket on a cold winter day or read while waiting for an appointment and during the daily commute, Good E-reader has reviewed almost every device on the … [Read more...] about The Best e-readers for Winter 2024 and 2025
Best Holiday Cook Book Releases in 2024 for a Family Feast
Nothing says holidays like the delightful aroma of peppermint and pumpkin spice mingling with the scent of wood-burning logs filling the house. The fresh smell of baked goods creates a warm and magical atmosphere as you snuggle up with a cozy blanket to watch the latest Hallmark holiday movie. The children have finally drifted off to sleep, eagerly awaiting Santa's arrival, … [Read more...] about Best Holiday Cook Book Releases in 2024 for a Family Feast
E-Notebooks are better than using laptops for students
In school, laptops are the primary method for taking notes by typing. Few people take notes by hand anymore, but this has changed significantly in the past few years with the emergence of e-notebooks like the Kindle Scribe, Kobo Libra/Sage, Remarkable, and Boox devices. What is the best way for students to study and retain knowledge? A study published in the Association of … [Read more...] about E-Notebooks are better than using laptops for students
The Twelve Books of Christmas Family Challenge
Many families enjoy the Twelve Books of Christmas Challenge, a delightful tradition that encourages reading during the holiday season. This fun activity involves gifting twelve books to unwrap and read each day before Christmas. Like an advent calendar, it helps count Santa's arrival and fosters family discussions. People also spread the love of reading by wrapping gifts for … [Read more...] about The Twelve Books of Christmas Family Challenge
The Apple Music: 100 Best Albums Limited Edition Book is a Collector’s Pride
Here is something that hardcore music buffs will cherish to the core. Apple Music has launched a new book that can be considered a visual representation of the Apple Music: 100 Best Albums that the company launched earlier this year. The book, as AppleInsider revealed, is also unlike any other that you may have seen or felt so far. At 8 pounds, it beats conventional books … [Read more...] about The Apple Music: 100 Best Albums Limited Edition Book is a Collector’s Pride