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fromRAIN News
5 days ago

Audiobooks, e-books, printed books - a Pew Research comparison

Audiobooks and e-books are growing in popularity, while printed books are declining but remain the most popular format.
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fromZDNET
1 week ago

How to quickly convert EPUB files to Kindle format - and why it matters

Amazon will cut off Kindle devices released before 2013 from the Kindle ecosystem, limiting access to new content.
fromTime Out New York
2 weeks ago

These books have the longest waitlists at NYC's libraries

The most common titles on hold with the longest waits include The Correspondent by Virginia Evans, Theo of Golden by Allen Levi, Project Hail Mary by Andrew Weir, Heart the Lover by Lily King and Strangers: A Memoir of Marriage by Belle Burden.
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fromThe Verge
6 months ago

Prime members can get three months of Kindle Unlimited for free

A cool new perk recently became available for Prime members: for a limited time, you can get a three-month subscription to . If your ebookshelf is looking bare, Amazon is currently offering a three-month subscription to Kindle Unlimited for free. The service typically costs $11.99 per month, so the deal saves you $35.97 over the course of the trial. Keep in mind that your subscription will automatically renew once the trial period is over.
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fromZDNET
8 months ago
E-Commerce

Want free e-books? Today is your last day to claim hundreds for Kindle, Kobo, more

fromZDNET
8 months ago
E-Commerce

Want free e-books? Today is your last day to claim hundreds for Kindle, Kobo, more

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fromHackernoon
1 year ago

The Battle of the App Stores and Monopoly Wars | HackerNoon

Google recently ventured into offering interactive e-books for free on Google Play, surprising consumers with its potential as an alternative to established e-book retailers.
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fromBoston.com
11 months ago

Libraries are cutting back on staff and services after Trump's order to dismantle small agency

Libraries are facing significant funding cuts, severely impacting e-book and audiobook programs.
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fromHackernoon
4 years ago

AI-Generated E-Books Are Polluting the Internet With Robotic Rubbish-And Readers Aren't Buying It | HackerNoon

AI-generated e-books flooding the Kindle Store are often soulless, robotic, and repetitive, contributing to a decline in quality and creativity in digital literature.
Artificial intelligence
from99% Invisible
1 year ago

Single Handed (5 of 6): E-Ink Devices & Peripherals Render Reading More Accessible - 99% Invisible

A severe arm injury can limit recreational options, but reading remained accessible and adaptable, allowing the author to find enjoyment and stimulation during recovery.
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