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Kobo Takes On Amazon In Japan #FED_ebooks #ebooks #Kobo #Author #Amazon

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In Japan, Kobo E-Reader Takes On Paper Books — And Amazon

The standard gripe among old-media romantics these days is that nobody reads real books anymore, but perhaps those folks just haven’t been to Japan.

Despite the Land of the Rising Sun’s avowed tech-loving ethos, Japanese consumers have been slow to jump on the e-book bandwagon embraced by Europe and the United States, where Amazon’s (Nasdaq: AMZN) Kindle has permeated every bus, train and subway on both continents. Japan, conversely, stands as an oasis of ink and paper — a place where, against all odds, people still overwhelmingly prefer traditional books.

But they may not prefer them for long.   

The Tokyo-based e-commerce giant Rakuten (4755: JASDAQ) introduced its Kobo Touch e-reader on Thursday, and early reports suggest that the device is already a hit. The Kobo jumped almost instantly to the top spot on Rakuten’s website of more than 100,000,000 products since it became available for pre-order on July 2. Kobo CEO Mike Serbinis said in a statement that the company was “thrilled to see this response from the Japanese people.”

Other electronics companies have tried amid little fanfare to ignite an e-book boom in the world’s second-largest publishing market. Sony (NYSE: ADR), whose LIBRIe electronic reading device practically kicked off the e-book industry in 2004, has been unable to create much interest, even on its home turf.

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Datou Amazon?

With the arrival of the Kobo Touch, however, Amazon’s Japanese debut — whenever it happens — may be too little, too late. The Kobo Touch uses the EPUB 3.0 format, the industry standard, which supports Japanese-language layout and vertical text and ruby characters. It also supports Manga titles, which have already proven popular among younger Japanese consumers who read them via cellphones. 

At Tokyo’s E-Book Expo earlier this month, Rakuten CEO Hiroshi Mikitani touted his soon-to-be-released Kobo Touch by passing out T-shirts inscribed with the words, “Datou Amazon” or “Destroy Amazon.” Some publishers at the expo applauded Mikitani’s message. Still reluctant to do business with the notorious American giant, they are hopeful that the inevitable foray into e-publishing doesn’t have to involve selling out.

That may not bode well for the future of paper books in Japan, but at least the book industry there will live to see its next chapter.

 Source: www.ibtimes.com By: Christopher Zara – July 20, 2012

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Polaris Library Systems Teams With 3M #Library Systems #FED_ebooks #ebook #author #3M

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Polaris Library Systems Enters Strategic Partnership with 3M Library Systems

Polaris will offer 3M’s automated materials handling, RFID and SelfCheck systems

ST. PAUL, Minn. & LIVERPOOL, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–3M Library Systems and Polaris Library Systems have entered into a new agreement that will see Polaris offering 3M’s automated materials handling (AMH), RFID and SelfCheck systems. This partnership brings to libraries the combined expertise of two innovative companies committed to industry-leading technologies and unparalleled customer support.

First Edition Design eBook Publisher Publishing Aggregator Master DistributorThe deal builds on 3M’s existing strategic partnership with Polaris to integrate the Polaris Integrated Library System (ILS) with the 3M Cloud Library eBook Lending Service, allowing patrons at participating libraries to browse both physical and digital collections within just one catalog.

“This partnership represents two highly innovative companies working together to provide solutions that benefit our library customers,” said Arnie Roese, National Sales and Marketing Manager for 3M Library Systems. “With easier access to a full suite of solutions, libraries can experience the benefits of our world class service and innovation.”

“This relationship will allow our customers to get more from their investment in AMH and RFID technologies,” said Steven Nielsen, Vice President of Product Management for Polaris. “Now we can offer our library customers an even broader range of integrated services to help them increase efficiency and improve the patron experience, while still continuing to support industry standard RFID, AMH and SelfCheck solutions. We look forward to building stronger capabilities for all the libraries using AMH, RFID and Polaris.”

Libraries interested in AMH, RFID and SelfCheck solutions from 3M Library Systems can purchase them through either 3M or Polaris representatives.

For more information, visit www.3M.com/Library.

About 3M Library Systems
3M Library Systems is the only company that develops, designs, and manufactures cutting-edge digital media, circulation management and security solutions. Finding the technology solution that is right for our customers, 3M’s promise is to deliver a long term partnership that is built to exceed their expectations. For more information about 3M Library Systems, visit http://www.3m.com/library or follow @3MLibrary on Twitter.

About 3M
3M captures the spark of new ideas and transforms them into thousands of ingenious products. Our culture of creative collaboration inspires a never-ending stream of powerful technologies that make life better. 3M is the innovation company that never stops inventing. With $30 billion in sales, 3M employs 84,000 people worldwide and has operations in more than 65 countries. For more information, visit www.3M.com or follow @3MNews on Twitter.

3M and SelfCheck are trademarks of 3M Company.

About Polaris Library Systems
Polaris Library Systems earns the highest customer satisfaction ratings by focusing on one goal: helping libraries better serve their communities. A true technology partner, Polaris uses a deep understanding of libraries and patrons to thoughtfully design products and services that meet today’s most challenging needs. Over 2,000 public, private and academic libraries count on Polaris automation platforms to maximize time and resources, reduce costs, boost productivity and improve patron satisfaction every day. Polaris is dedicated to providing unique, reliable solutions that empower libraries to build better patron relationships and a productive, bright future. Visit www.polarislibrary.com for more information.


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College Stores Association Argues Against DOJ, #eBooks and eTextbooks Are Different #FED_ebooks #college #textbook

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College Stores Association Argues Against DOJ, eBooks and eTextbooks Are Different

The National Association of College Stores wants the Department of Justice and the U.S. District Court to provide a clearer definition of “e-books” so that e-textbooks are not lumped in with consumer-focused trade e-books in the proposed e-book price-fixing settlement.

First Edition Design eBook Publisher Aggregator Master Distributor www.firsteditiondesignpublishing.comIn its July 23 response to comments on the proposed e-book price-fixing settlement between the DOJ and three of the largest U.S. publishers, the DOJ said, “because none of the Settling Defendants sell e-textbooks, and the Complaint already makes it clear that ‘e-books’ in the context of this case do not encompass ‘non-trade e-books’ such as ‘academic textbooks.’”

 

Counsel for the NACS says in a statement that this argument is not factual and not persuasive.

“Factually, the terms ‘academic textbook’ and ‘e-textbook’ are not used consistently, so without an explicit definition in the settlement agreement, interpretation of the document will be difficult and could cause publishers to hesitate to experiment in the higher education marketplace. Are ‘the Odyssey’ or ‘The Grapes of Wrath’ academic books when sold for use in a classroom?,” said Marc Fleischaker, of Arent Fox LLP, the NACS counsel.

Fleischaker goes on to argue that the settling publishers — Hachette, HarperCollins and Simon & Schuster — produce books that are used in the classroom and that they could go on to produce textbooks in the future if they chose.

Since no illegal conduct was alleged in the e-textbook market, the DOJ should make clear that e-textbooks are exempt from the settlement and from the lawsuit, the NACS says. Further, the NACS is urging the court — Judge Denise Cote — to reject the settlement unless it makes this distinction in the e-textbook market.

Later this Summer, Judge Cote will decide whether a proposed settlement between the Department of Justice and the three settling publishers is in the public interest and will go through. Antitrust experts expect the settlement to be approved. Nearly 900 comments have been sent to the judge, the vast majority of them against the settlement. Yesterday, the DOJ responded to the comments, reasserting the illegality of the publishers’ actions and that the settlement justly remedies the e-book price-fixing alleged in the DOJ’s lawsuit.

Source: www.digitalbookworld.com

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For first time eBooks pass print in adult fiction #FED_ebooks #ebooks #author #fiction #writer

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Ebooks pass print in adult fiction for first time

Last year sales of books on Kindles, Nooks, iPads and smartphones passed printed book sales in the closely watched adult fiction category.

While ebooks have not yet surpassed print in total adult trade book sales, they did rule over all the other subcategories including hardcover fiction as well as the lower-priced mass market fiction and the higher-priced quality fiction known as trade paperbacks, according to the latest numbers being released today by BookStats.

The numbers are co-produced by the Association of American Publishers and the Book Industry Study Group.

There were 388 million ebooks sold last year, the survey revealed. That’s a 210 percent jump from the 125 million ebooks sold in 2010. On the revenue side, ebook sales more than doubled, to $2.074 billion in 2011, from $869 million in 2010.

First Edition Design Publishing is the world’s largest eBook and POD (Print On Demand) distributor. Ranked first in the industry, First Edition Design Publishing converts, formats and submits Fiction, Non-Fiction, Academic and Children’s Books to Amazon, Apple, Barnes and Noble, Sony, Google, Kobo, Diesel, 3M, Ingram, Baker and Taylor, Nielsen, EBSCO, and scores of additional on-line retailers, libraries, schools, colleges and universities. The company also has a POD division, which creates printed books and makes them available worldwide through their distribution network. The company is a licensed and approved Aggregator and holds licenses with both Apple and Microsoft. www.firsteditiondesignpublishing.comThe AAP did not release specific titles, but the ebooks counted such hits as “Unbroken,” by Laura Hillenbrand, as the top seller.

“The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo,” by the late Stieg Larsson, was No. 2, according to some reports.

“While ebooks showed increasing strength, the combined print formats still represented the majority of publishers’ net revenues in the trade sector at $11.1 billion for 2011,” AAP spokeswoman Andi Sporkin said.

That’s because a printed book costs more than its digital cousin.

Asked when ebooks might emerge as the undisputed sales leader — with more than 50 percent of the revenue — Sporkin said, “That won’t happen for a while yet.”

In the adult fiction category, ebooks now represent 30 percent of net revenue.

When other aspects of the trade category are included, such as titles targeted at children and young adults, ebook growth is less spectacular — at just 15 percent of revenue and units sold.

The trade category is the term for books aimed at general interest consumers.

The ebook surge was not enough to offset a decline in total revenues in the overall book market, which encompasses the commercial, entertainment, educational, professional and scholarly sectors.

Overall book publishing revenue declined 2.5 percent in 2011, according to the report, to $27.2 billion.

The total number of units sold actually rose 3.4 percent to 2.77 billion books, up from 2.68 billion a year earlier.

The Borders bankruptcy in 2011, which saw more than 500 retail outlets shuttered, appears to have hurt book sales through brick-and-mortar retail outlets — where sales tumbled 12.6 percent to $8.59 billion.

Despite the decline, brick-and-mortar retail still ranked as the No. 1 sales channel in 2011.

Online retail sales grew 35 percent in 2011, to $5.04 billion, representing 18 percent of total books sold.

Bright spots — aside from the surge in ebooks, included the children’s/young adult category, which saw a 12 percent increase — to $2.78 billion, which was the largest jump of any subcategory.

In addition, the publishers’ sales picture was improved in large part by blockbusters like “The Hunger Games,” by Suzanne Collins.

Source: nypost.com By: Keith J Kelly


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First Edition Design Publishing is the world’s largest eBook and POD (Print On Demand) distributor. Ranked first in the industry, First Edition Design Publishing converts, formats and submits Fiction, Non-Fiction, Academic and Children’s Books to Amazon, Apple, Barnes and Noble, Sony, Google, Kobo, Diesel, 3M, Ingram, Baker and Taylor, Nielsen, EBSCO, and scores of additional on-line retailers, libraries, schools, colleges and universities. The company also has a POD division, which creates printed books and makes them available worldwide through their distribution network. The company is a licensed and approved Aggregator and holds licenses with both Apple and Microsoft. First Edition Design Publishing is the world’s largest eBook and POD (Print On Demand) distributor. Ranked first in the industry, First Edition Design Publishing converts, formats and submits Fiction, Non-Fiction, Academic and Children’s Books to Amazon, Apple, Barnes and Noble, Sony, Google, Kobo, Diesel, 3M, Ingram, Baker and Taylor, Nielsen, EBSCO, and scores of additional on-line retailers, libraries, schools, colleges and universities. The company also has a POD division, which creates printed books and makes them available worldwide through their distribution network. The company is a licensed and approved Aggregator and holds licenses with both Apple and Microsoft.

 

Kids’ #eBooks Squashing the Real Thing #FED_ebooks #childrensbooks #author #indie Author

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Kids’ E-Books Squashing the Real Thing

UK survey finds almost half of parents read to kids via e-reader

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Juvenile ebook sales up 233%

(NEWSER) – Kids aren’t exactly picking a book off the shelf before snuggling under the covers these days. SmartMoney reports on the trend by way of the UK, where a survey found that almost a full half of parents say they now read to their kids via e-reader or tablet (or hand the device to their kids so they can do their own reading). The stats exist to back it up: Revenue in the juvenile e-books category (that’s books for those under 18) exploded 233% in Q1 to $64 million. “It’s the fastest growing category in trade,” says an Association of American Publishers rep.

The wee ones may be be leading the charge: A US survey of tweens and teenagers found that the over-13 crowd still tends to prefer paper books, but those between 7 and 12 consider e-books “fun and cool.” SmartMoney looks at what’s fueling the change. Kid’s books finally translate well thanks to last year’s debut of the Kindle Fire and Nook Color; the devices allow kids to hear stories read aloud even when mom and dad aren’t around; and e-books are cheaper (an average of $4.57 versus $8.29 for a paperback).

By Liam Carnahan,  Newser Staff  – Posted Jul 18, 2012

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Stephen King on eBooks #FED_ebooks #ebook #Author #Indieauthor

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Stephen King on eBooks

Bestselling author and eBook pioneer says that the Internet may hurt book sales but content is more important than delivery method.

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Stephen King on eBooks

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First Edition Design Publishing is the world’s largest eBook and POD (Print On Demand) distributor. Ranked first in the industry, First Edition Design Publishing converts, formats and submits Fiction, Non-Fiction, Academic and Children’s Books to Amazon, Apple, Barnes and Noble, Sony, Google, Kobo, Diesel, 3M, Ingram, Baker and Taylor, Nielsen, EBSCO, and scores of additional on-line retailers, libraries, schools, colleges and universities. The company also has a POD division, which creates printed books and makes them available worldwide through their distribution network. The company is a licensed and approved Aggregator and holds licenses with both Apple and Microsoft. First Edition Design Publishing is the world’s largest eBook and POD (Print On Demand) distributor. Ranked first in the industry, First Edition Design Publishing converts, formats and submits Fiction, Non-Fiction, Academic and Children’s Books to Amazon, Apple, Barnes and Noble, Sony, Google, Kobo, Diesel, 3M, Ingram, Baker and Taylor, Nielsen, EBSCO, and scores of additional on-line retailers, libraries, schools, colleges and universities. The company also has a POD division, which creates printed books and makes them available worldwide through their distribution network. The company is a licensed and approved Aggregator and holds licenses with both Apple and Microsoft.
First Edition Design Publishing is the world’s largest eBook and POD (Print On Demand) distributor. Ranked first in the industry, First Edition Design Publishing converts, formats and submits Fiction, Non-Fiction, Academic and Children’s Books to Amazon, Apple, Barnes and Noble, Sony, Google, Kobo, Diesel, 3M, Ingram, Baker and Taylor, Nielsen, EBSCO, and scores of additional on-line retailers, libraries, schools, colleges and universities. The company also has a POD division, which creates printed books and makes them available worldwide through their distribution network. The company is a licensed and approved Aggregator and holds licenses with both Apple and Microsoft.

 

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Library Ebooks Still a Mystery to Most

A recent Pew Research survey says that most readers don’t know that they may be able to borrow ebooks from their local library. Pew says 12% of American ebook readers from 16-years-old and up, have borrowed an ebook from a library in the last year. Results show that ebook borrowers also tend to read more books than non-borrowers.

Still, most seem to be in the dark about ebook lending.

According to Pew:

“But most in the broader public, not just e-book readers, are generally not aware they can borrow e-books from libraries. We asked all those ages 16 and older if they know whether they can borrow e-books from their library and 62% said they did not know if their library offered that service. Some 22% say they know that their library does lend out e-books, and 14% say they know their library does not lend out e-books.”

 More than 75% of the nations libraries lend ebooks, says Pew, so it’s surprising that patrons would not know their local libraries offer the service. Many of those who do borrow ebooks, say their libraries have a a good selection (32%); 18% say they have a very good selction and 16% say it’s excellent. On the flip side, 23% complain about a fair selection and 4% say they have a poor selection. Another common complaint was the dreaded wait-list.

SOURCE:  www.econtentmag.com

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First Edition Design Publishing Releases The Morphine Murders by LJ King #FED_ebooks #Author #Writer

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First Edition Design Publishing has released LJ King’s debut novel The Morphine Murders.

The Morphine Murder’s protagonist Raina Prentiss jeopardizes her relationship, her job, a friendship, and maybe her life in LJ King’s breakout murder mystery. Prentiss goes full force into a double murder investigation without a badge, superpowers, or a vampire boyfriend.

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Author LJ King

Raina Prentiss never imagined that she would investigate a homicide beyond the comfort of her couch, armed with a remote, but that’s exactly what happens when she inadvertently finds circumstantial evidence connecting her boss to not one, but two local murders. With the reluctant approval of her police lieutenant boyfriend, Danny, she launches Mission Bottle to obtain her boss’ DNA. She recruits her co-worker, Tyler, to divert their boss’ attention while Raina sneaks around and swipes his water bottle. But a simple waft of Tyler’s scent, or the heat from his body, transports her back to the feeling of the feather-light pressure of his mouth on hers, teasing her, taunting her, during the passionate kiss she found herself entwined in a few weeks prior. With no DNA found at the crime scenes to match to their sample, Raina together with Tyler, and Danny and his detectives, continue to investigate. Because of her easy access to her boss, Raina is convinced that she is the key to obtaining proof and solving the case. Determination blinds the risks incurred by hunting a killer, as Raina uses inside information from Danny to plan her next mission. 

LJ King’s 252 page suspense filled thriller The Morphine Murders is available in hardcover, softcover and ebook formats at all on-line booksellers.  

When New York author LJ King isn’t defending her position that she is not an eccentric recluse but a focused writer, she is out of her office at the beach, playing tennis, gardening, and doing things with people.

For more about The Morphine Murders and LJ King visit www.ljking.net

First Edition Design Publishing is the world’s largest eBook and POD (Print On Demand) distributor. Ranked first in the industry, First Edition Design Publishing converts, formats and submits Fiction, Non-Fiction, Academic and Children’s Books to Amazon, Apple, Barnes and Noble, Sony, Google, Kobo, Diesel, 3M, Ingram, Baker and Taylor, Nielsen, EBSCO, and scores of additional on-line retailers, libraries, schools, colleges and universities. The company also has a POD division, which creates printed books and makes them available worldwide through their distribution network. The company is a licensed and approved Aggregator and holds licenses with both Apple and Microsoft. First Edition Design Publishing is the world’s largest eBook and POD (Print On Demand) distributor. Ranked first in the industry, First Edition Design Publishing converts, formats and submits Fiction, Non-Fiction, Academic and Children’s Books to Amazon, Apple, Barnes and Noble, Sony, Google, Kobo, Diesel, 3M, Ingram, Baker and Taylor, Nielsen, EBSCO, and scores of additional on-line retailers, libraries, schools, colleges and universities. The company also has a POD division, which creates printed books and makes them available worldwide through their distribution network. The company is a licensed and approved Aggregator and holds licenses with both Apple and Microsoft.

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First Edition Design Publishing is the world’s largest eBook and POD (Print On Demand) distributor. Ranked first in the industry, First Edition Design Publishing converts, formats and submits Fiction, Non-Fiction, Academic and Children’s Books to Amazon, Apple, Barnes and Noble, Sony, Google, Kobo, Diesel, 3M, Ingram, Baker and Taylor, Nielsen, EBSCO, and scores of additional on-line retailers, libraries, schools, colleges and universities. The company also has a POD division, which creates printed books and makes them available worldwide through their distribution network. The company is a licensed and approved Aggregator and holds licenses with both Apple and Microsoft.

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First Edition Design Publishing is the world’s largest eBook and POD (Print On Demand) distributor. Ranked first in the industry, First Edition Design Publishing converts, formats and submits Fiction, Non-Fiction, Academic and Children’s Books to Amazon, Apple, Barnes and Noble, Sony, Google, Kobo, Diesel, 3M, Ingram, Baker and Taylor, Nielsen, EBSCO, and scores of additional on-line retailers, libraries, schools, colleges and universities. The company also has a POD division, which creates printed books and makes them available worldwide through their distribution network. The company is a licensed and approved Aggregator and holds licenses with both Apple and Microsoft.