Category Archives: iPad

Enhanced e-Books or “Vooks”

The New York Times reports that publishers are beginning to create enhanced e-books that feature film clips, deleted scenes from novels, and other extras that enhance the reading experience. We’re at the beginning of a new era and judging by … Continue reading

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Self-publish on Apple’s iPad

Now you can self-publish your book on Apple’s iPad, increasing your readership. See the article here. I believe that more and more, authors will self-publish and the stigma of “vanity publishing” will give way to the prestige of being a … Continue reading

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Deluxe V.I.P. Editions of Books?

The New York Times has revealed it’s now commonplace for rock and roll acts to offer a V.I.P. to rabid fans with deep pockets. For $1000, you get front row seats, an exclusive catered party invitation, merchandise, and perhaps a … Continue reading

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Your book on iPad?

Want to get your self-published book readable on iPad? Apple has announced that independent publishers (that’s you, the “self-published” author) should work with one of the following companies to do so: Lulu Ingram Libre Digital CD Baby BiblioCore Smashwords INgrooves

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Vooks and the iPad

So the iPad needs book publishers to use their imagination and work with the technology to offer readers added value, according to a piece in the New York Times. I have some ideas for nonfiction books I’ve enjoyed, read, bought, … Continue reading

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