June 2010

James Patterson Strikes Again with Private

by DorothyD on June 30, 2010

You know how I feel about James Patterson. I have broken up with him as a must-read author because of his collaborations (which I see as basically someone else writing the story with his name in big red letters on the cover) with lesser known authors. However, I must pass on news of his latest [...]

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Kindle App Releases New Feature: Audio/Video Books

by DorothyD on June 29, 2010

In 2008, Vook was founded by Bradley Inman and it was completely unique. Using a blend of media to accentuate the text in a book was unheard of prior to that point. Since then, vooks have gained momentum and sales, offering reader’s fiction and nonfiction options that are enhanced in ways with which traditional print books and audiobooks cannot [...]

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Audio Textbooks – Sources and Resources

by Peter on June 28, 2010

The attributes of textbooks on audio CD’s or any other digital format make them not only a great source for learning and education, but they are also high-quality entertainment and fun. As these books are recorded in highly advanced studios, under the guidance of expert sound engineers; they offer excellent sound quality. Audio textbook titles are a [...]

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Doctor Who Audio Books

by DorothyD on June 26, 2010

I have friends who are obsessed with Doctor Who. I had heard of the BBC television series, but had never seen it. I listened to their rants and raves, probably pretty much like they listened to my LOST drivel – with tolerant nods and confusion. Well the good doctor has been around for some time and [...]

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Janet Evanovich and Others: New Audio books

by DorothyD on June 25, 2010

There are plenty of new reads available this week for audio book lovers. Danielle Steel and Janet Evanovich both offer new novels. Nonfiction titles include an approach for overcoming anger. Let’s take a look. Family Ties by Danielle Steel Family Ties: A Novel by Danielle Steel and read by Susan Ericksen explores the strength of family [...]

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Kindle and Nook OS Updates

by DorothyD on June 24, 2010

Now that the eBook Reader price wars have begun, the decision on which unit to invest in just keeps getting more difficult. Borders will soon enter the fray and push the Kobo eReader. How will audio book fans choose their device? In my opinion, audiobook fans will likely stick to the Kindle. DRM Features Amazon’s offerings [...]

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eReader Price Wars

by DorothyD on June 23, 2010

Well, the iOS4 for the iPhone and iPod touch was released yesterday. This update will allow iPhone/iPod touch users to use the Apple iBooks app for eBook reading on their devices. I am not jumping up and down because my iPod touch is a first generation. Yup, I couldn’t wait to get my hands on the technology [...]

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