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Bowker Statistics Research Show Continued Increase in Self Publishing

Posted on November 26, 2013 by bob lucas

Recent information released by Bowker indicates that the number of self published titles in the United States jumped to more than 391,000 in 2012. This is an increase of 59 percent over 2011 and 422 percent over 2007. Additionally, eBooks continue to gain … Continue reading →

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E-Book Sales on the Rise Worldwide

Posted on November 10, 2013 by bob lucas

There is no doubt that e-books have taken a sound market share away from print publications. The number of books being offered in electronic format has grown around the globe each year in recent years. With the continuing development and … Continue reading →

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EBook Sales Still Strong in United States

Posted on September 19, 2013 by bob lucas

Various studies indicate that the sale of eBooks continue to remain a large percentage of total book sales in the United States. While publishers continue to print books, and in many instances shift to Print on Demand (POD) their product to … Continue reading →

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Ebooks Leading the Way in the Publishing Industry

Posted on September 8, 2013 by bob lucas

Numerous studies related to self publishing, ebooks and the publishing industry in general continue to point to the fact that more authors are going the do it yourself route to publishing. They are also creating more electronic books in the process. … Continue reading →

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Making Your Book Stand Out From Competition

Posted on September 4, 2013 by bob lucas

Ever wonder why some books sell more copies and make the best seller lists while others seem to flop. Often it is not the talent of the author that makes the difference. Certainly that is a major factor. However, in … Continue reading →

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Audiobooks Are More Popular in Germany than eBooks

Posted on August 7, 2013 by bob lucas

Digital book adoption rate is growing in Germany with many people now own a dedicated e-reader or at least are considering buying one. In a recent annual survey conducted by the Allensbach Institute, one very interesting factor is evident: Germans … Continue reading →

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