Rakuten Sells Overdrive to Private Investment Firm
I do not know why they chose to announce this on Christmas eve, but yesterday Rakuten announced that it was selling Overdrive to KKR. KKR, a leading...Continue reading
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Kobo and FNAC Partner to Launch a POD Service
Earlier this month Kobo partnered with the French retailer Fnac to offer a print-on-demand service through Bookelis. Authors who have their books in Kobo Writing Life can...Continue reading
Is Anyone Else Not Seeing the New Audiobook Section in Kobo Writing Life?
One of the more interesting news stories last week was Kobo's announcement that Kobo Writing Life now distributed audiobooks (I didn't expect this to happen until...Continue reading
Rakuten Viber Adds a Short Story Feature to its Chat App
The Kobo sister company Rakuten Viber launched a new storytelling feature on Monday. It's called Shorts by Viber, and it will feature over 50 original, free...Continue reading
Kobo Update 4.17 Features Improved Navigation, More Header and Footer Options
Kobo rolled out a firmware update for its ereaders this week, giving all its current models the same (software) features that the Kobo Libra H2O got...Continue reading
Kobo Libra H2O Now Available Through Walmart
When I reported on the Libra H2O going up for pre-order last week, I said it was available through Walmart. That was a reflexive goof, but...Continue reading
At $169, the Kobo Libra H2O is a Seven-Inch Kindle Oasis Killer
When Kobo launched its first ereader in 2010, they tried a bold tactic to get attention. The original Kobo cost $149, a far cheaper price than...Continue reading
Kobo Libra H2O eReader Clears the FCC
Kobo's newest ereader showed up on the FCC website on Friday, and it is very likely going to be called the Libra H2O. This morning I...Continue reading
Pokemon Manga Titles Now Available Through OverDrive
Overdrive announced on Tuesday that Pokemon digital graphic novels are now available for libraries to purchase through Overdrive. Patrons and students of participating public libraries and schools...Continue reading
Kobo Adds Parental Controls in Latest Firmware Update
Kobo rolled out a new update this week that parents, schools, and anyone else who wants to restrict access to their ereader will appreciate. In addition...Continue reading
Kobo Aura 2 is On Sale for $69 on Walmart.com
Kobo's entry level ereader is now $30 cheaper than it was only a couple weeks ago. The Kobo Aura 2 is selling for $69 on Walmart.com,...Continue reading
OverDrive Now Sells Marvel Graphic Novels to Libraries and Schools Worldwide
Overdrive announced on Thursday that they had expanded distribution of Disney's Marvel comics to public libraries and schools worldwide. Overdrive now offers 600 graphic novel and...Continue reading
Kobo Clara HD, Kobo Aura 2 on Sale at Walmart for $99, $79
Walmart has been relatively passive since inking a deal to sell Kobo ereaders in its stores, but today they showed signs of life. They have put...Continue reading
OverDrive Partners With Libreka to Bring Library eBooks to German-Speaking Countries
Overdrive announced on Tuesday that it is partnering with the German digital distribution service provider Libreka to bring its ebook and digital audiobook catalog to public libraries...Continue reading
Marvel Comics Now Available via OverDrive Marketplace
Overdrive announced on Monday that it had expanded the availability of its comics selection. With Avengers: Endgame hitting theaters in a few weeks and Black Panther & Into the Spider-Verse winning...Continue reading