May 2010

I love Jeffery Deaver’s books – having read some in traditional format and some on audiobook. I have read them all and look forward each new one with great enthusiasm. His Kathryn Dance and Lincoln Rhyme novels never fail to keep me on the edge of my seat. He is a very talented author… but [...]

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Are there any companies out there that aren’t creating eBook readers? This week Acer, known for lower-priced computer options, has announced their LumiRead device for eBooks and audiobook eBook titles. Features: The LumiRead will have both WiFi and 3G for downloading content. Acer has agreements with Barnes & Noble, Founder Group, and Libri.de for worldwide eBook [...]

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OverDrive, known for making downloadable audiobooks available through public libraries, has announced that it is planning a new application that will combine eBooks, audiobooks, and multimedia content. It will be available for multiple devices and systems. Audio Book Sales on the Rise The Association of American Publishers (AAP) announced that overall book sales increased 16.6% [...]

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Best audio books

It is obvious to all who know me that I am a prolific reader. I always have a book in hand, several best seller audio books in a stack near my bed and on an end table.. A huge collection on my shelves, audio books loaded in abundance on my iPod, and an audio books best [...]

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Remember when I told you that I was starting The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo? Well, I never finished it. Another book came in from the library that I had to read and then I got one that needed reviewing so… I don’t know why I can’t seem to stick with it. Do they live [...]

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I love crime fiction. I don’t know why it appeals to me so much, but give me suspense or crime  audiobooks and I’m happy… Especially if it’s well written. I look forward to checking out the crime fiction awards because they are generally the best of the best. That being said, let’s check out the winners… The 2009 [...]

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Have you noticed the latest marketing trick for books and audiobooks? Publishers are making trailers. Yup, trailers. Just like those previews you see at the movies before the main event. Sometimes they’re subtle and well-made. Often, they seem to be scrapped together and idiotic. Is it really necessary to promote the written or spoken word [...]

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