Publishers ‘to delay eBook editions’

eBook readers may have to wait longer to read books as the third major publisher indicated it would delay publishing electronic editions of new books. The Wall Street Journal reports that HarperCollins Publishers is to join Simon & Schuster and Hachette Book Group in delaying publication … [Read more...]

Sony announces themed eBook readers

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Sony has recently launched two themed versions of its new 5" Pocket Edition eBook reader, each featuring bundled content. The Mills & Boon Reader includes three Christmas-themed novels exclusive to the model plus a voucher for ten further Mills & Boon eBook downloads. The reader, … [Read more...]

Waterstones adds iRiver Story to reader range

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Waterstones has added the iRiver Story eReader to its range of eBook readers, bringing a keyboard sporting device to its customers for the first time. The iRiver Story features a 6" screen and supports a range of formats including ePub, PDF, XLS, PPT and DOC and MP3. The keyboard … [Read more...]

Five essential eBook reader accessories

Depending on the model you buy (or if you're really lucky are bought), your new eBook reader might not come with some of the essential items you expected. Here's our round-up of the things you might need to buy to compliment your gift or purchase - some can even be bought from our … [Read more...]