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E-books have transformed how people read by offering instant access, portability, customizable reading experiences, affordability, and environmental benefits. With platforms like Kindle and Project Gutenberg, readers enjoy both convenience and cost-effectiveness. However, challenges like digital...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9YYChNmy5R4 Source: Stefan Svartling (YouTube channel) In his video, Stefan Svartling breaks down common causes of eye strain while reading digital content on devices like e-ink eReaders, smartphones, and tablets, and offers simple solutions for each. Main...

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The 2000s gave us some of the most memorable and enduring books across various genres. From historical narratives to dystopian fiction, here are some must-reads from the decade: True Crime & History 1. The Devil in the White City – Erik Larson • A fascinating blend of history and true...

CLEVELAND – March 18, 2025 – Sora has released its second annual digital reading report, The State of K-12 Digital Reading (2023-2024), showcasing a record-breaking year for ebook and audiobook usage in schools. Based on data from 62,000 schools worldwide (July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024), key...

CLEVELAND – March 12, 2025 – From March 13-27, the Together We Read digital book club will provide free access to The Queen of Sugar Hill by ReShonda Tate through public libraries in the Libby app. This historical novel offers a compelling portrait of Hattie McDaniel, the first Black actor to...

CLEVELAND – March 5, 2025 – OverDrive has unveiled the winners of the 2nd annual Libby Book Awards, celebrating the most beloved librarian-recommended books of the year. Based on votes from over 1,100 librarians and public library staff worldwide, the awards recognize excellence across 20...

Erasmus University Rotterdam has introduced a new digital leisure reading service through its library, allowing students to access fiction and nonfiction ebooks and audiobooks via the Libby app. This initiative, the first of its kind in the Netherlands, complements the university’s existing...

Understanding Digital Burnout Digital burnout is a growing issue caused by prolonged screen exposure, leading to anxiety, exhaustion, and reduced productivity. Symptoms include eye strain, headaches, difficulty focusing, and emotional fatigue, often resulting from the constant digital demands...

Many people now prefer digital magazines over print, as they are optimized for smartphones and tablets. However, with numerous digital magazine services available, choosing the best one can be challenging. Here’s a summary of top digital magazine subscription services in 2025: 1. Zinio –...

Public libraries worldwide have significantly increased their digital lending over the past decade, with a record 739 million digital checkouts in 2024 through OverDrive, marking a 17% increase from 2023. Notably, 192 library systems, consortia, and school libraries exceeded one million digital...

Independent bookstores have traditionally been limited to selling only the physical books on their shelves, with few offering online ordering and shipping options. Digital books are widely available, but those looking to avoid major platforms like Amazon, Google, or Kobo have had limited...

The year 2024 saw a groundbreaking achievement for libraries worldwide, with 185 library systems across eight countries surpassing one million digital checkouts. More than 30 of these libraries achieved this milestone for the first time. In total, users borrowed 739 million digital materials...

January 23, 2025 – Cleveland In 2024, librarians and educators worldwide set impressive new benchmarks in digital lending and streaming, meeting the growing demand for ebooks, audiobooks, digital magazines, and streaming video. Using OverDrive’s Libby and Sora apps, as well as Kanopy for video...

In November 2024, digital and physical book formats saw varied performance in the U.S. market: • E-books: Revenues rose by 2.7%, generating $83.3 million. Year-to-date revenue reached $945.1 million, up 2.9%. • Digital Audiobooks: Revenues increased significantly by 16.1%, totaling $94.3...

The AiPaper Mini is a compact e-note device featuring an 8.2-inch E Ink Carta 1000 display with a resolution of 1920 x 1440 pixels and a pixel density of 297 PPI. Priced at $469 on Amazon, it’s currently available with a $70 coupon, bringing the price below $400. Key features include: •...

I've recently moved from a Windows laptop to a Macbook. I can't transfer library books because ADE doesn't see the reader. The Macbook does see it though. Any ideas?

The audiobook industry has experienced sustained growth, becoming the fastest-growing segment in digital publishing over the past five years. In 2023, sales rose by 14.9% to $864 million, and 2024 has already surpassed this with $883.4 million in revenue by October. Globally, the market is...

• Market Leadership: Amazon dominates the global e-book market with a 68% market share, rising to 83% when Kindle Unlimited is included. In the U.S., Amazon controls 67% of digital book sales. • Revenue: E-books contribute 21% of Amazon’s total book sales revenue and 36% of all book...

New Year Resolutions As we step into a new year, many of us reflect on our habits and set resolutions for improvement. A critical area that often demands our attention is our interaction with digital devices. In this New Year, we must confront the reality that increasingly dominates our lives...