Whats is/are the best programs to create simple online tutorials (w/ captioned pics, mainly)? A CHM maker or something else? What do you use? [more inside]
posted by jak68 on Sep 22, 2009 - 5 answers

I live in Romania and I'm considering a Kindle DX. (Sony Reader is a crappy competitor and the iRex products are expensive). What features will I miss if I bring the Kindle to Romania? Does it still worth it? [more inside]
posted by danburzo on Jul 7, 2009 - 6 answers

I'm looking for blogs about new non-fiction books on the Kindle. [more inside]
posted by aheckler on Jun 28, 2009 - 2 answers

Recommend an eBook Reader for purchase by an Australian? [more inside]
posted by planetthoughtful on Mar 8, 2009 - 6 answers

Those of you who own a kindle, what are your thoughts? Is it worth making the jump to digital? Staring at a computer screen for hours on end isn't my forte but i am looking for a different solution to going to the library and checking out a book every week [more inside]
posted by no bueno on Nov 12, 2008 - 19 answers

Whats the lowdown on selling ebooks? [more inside]
posted by zennoshinjou on Oct 28, 2008 - 6 answers

Kindle Filter: If you own a Kindle - how has it changed the way you read? Do you read more? Less? More books? Fewer books? More/fewer publications and blogs? I never dreamed I would fall in love with something like this as I've always been a physical book lover, yet I can honestly say its changed the way I read. I find myself reading more books and find it easier to focus on one book versus juggling several with a stack next to me. If you're a Kindle owner - tips or tricks for a new Kindler?
posted by Gerard Sorme on Sep 30, 2008 - 23 answers

Amazon Kindle question: does anyone know if the documents you email to Amazon's 10¢ conversion service are stored in your account cloud forever, as with books you purchase?
posted by symbebekos on May 28, 2008 - 3 answers

Looking to find clients who need help with technology in the publishing industry (especially in academic reference and journals). [more inside]
posted by nev on Apr 28, 2008 - 6 answers

I am looking at different methods of digital delivery/download/payment. (I have an ebook I will soon be offering.) PayPal offers this directly, I am somewhat familiar with e-junkie and I know there are others. Do we have any Mefites who have used any of these services, or knows of someone who has, and can share their experience? Suggestions? In advance, as always -- thank you!
posted by Gerard Sorme on Apr 16, 2008 - 2 answers

Can you point me to studies/stats or bona fide case studies on the use of money-back guarantees with information products? [more inside]
posted by acoutu on Mar 15, 2008 - 4 answers

I have a web site. I want to write a book based on the topic. I have publishers/agents asking to talk to me, but I don't know if I'm ready. For one thing, I'm not convinced traditional publication is best — I'm intrigued by self-publishing and e-books. I'm looking for general advice: What are the pros and cons of each method? It seems that unless I'm lucky, traditional publishing offers the lowest dollar return. But are there other, intangible benefits I'm missing? Exposure? Having somebody who knows what they're doing guide me along? And how do I approach a discussion with agents/publishers so as to get the best deal? [more inside]
posted by jdroth on Jan 7, 2008 - 13 answers

Am I killing my laptop by holding it sideways (like a book)? [more inside]
posted by Rock Steady on May 25, 2007 - 12 answers

I've been lusting after the iRex iLiad for a year... and I'm starting law school in the fall. I'm trying to convince myself that I can use it for my reading for class (as well as my recreational reading). Anyone have one and want to share experiences? [more inside]
posted by yggdrasil on Apr 9, 2007 - 14 answers

Is there a multi-track audio format suitable for chorus practice? That and [more inside]
posted by baylink on Dec 5, 2006 - 11 answers

I care enough about getting all my physical media into digital form that I'm ready to hand-scan my remaining books where necessary. Before I do this, what are all the ways I should search to be sure a given book doesn't exist as an ebook I could buy (or in any other digital form)? Also: any hints for efficiently doing the scanning & OCR?
posted by allterrainbrain on Sep 17, 2006 - 10 answers

I am working with a client who is convinced this e-book web site is awesome. I am trying to convince him that a long page of text (not to mention the annoying popup) is boring, unprofessional, and no potential customer would bother reading it all. In his defense, he points to the Alexa rankings, which are indeed impressive. Does anyone have any examples, preferably with a better Alexa ranking than that site, of a web site selling an ebook that has a few short convincing paragraphs that sum up why the book is worthy of purchase and has a professional design that doesn't look so awful?
posted by banished on Jan 9, 2006 - 25 answers

Please help me find this book! Preferably as an e-book. [more inside]
posted by meerkatty on Nov 24, 2005 - 8 answers

Getting ebooks on my blackberry? [more inside]
posted by kensanway on Nov 10, 2005 - 2 answers

Every time I open Adobe Acrobat, it creates a folder in My Documents called "My eBooks." How can I stop this? I hate repeatedly deleting this folder, and I'd rather not just make it "hidden." [more inside]
posted by clgregor on Sep 28, 2005 - 6 answers

Google Adsense Secrets: Is this ebook worth buying? (I really want to know, I'm not shilling for it.) [more inside]
posted by o2b on Jul 19, 2005 - 12 answers

Is there an easy way to change the margins on Project Gutenberg e-books? [more inside]
posted by redteam on May 19, 2005 - 9 answers

Gadget question: I like reading, and there's lots of stuff online. HTML books, PDA's of court rulings and studies, "work offline" site downloads... anything and everything you could want. I can't stay at home all day and read it, and I'm not stationary while I'm out running errands, so I'm looking for a small, portable PDA thingie with a color screen and PC browser/reader capabilities. It's good if it's got herculean batteries and best if runs on AA or AAA, it absolutely must be available online, and I like if it's cheap/secondhand. Googling reveals proprietary ebook readers and powerhouse PDA's that do way more than I need. Has anyone had any experience with these kinds of devices, do you know where to look for one, any recommendations on what to buy?
posted by saysthis on Jan 25, 2005 - 16 answers

Inspired by this thread, I ask: What's a good PDA to use as an e-book reader? [more inside]
posted by sid on Sep 2, 2004 - 11 answers

I miss my Palm Vx. I need a new PDA to act as an ebook reader (my mpx200 handles my multimedia/organisational needs). Good battery life, decent screen required - lightness would be a definate plus. As would student-wallet friendliness (I'm not scared of ebay either). [more inside]
posted by Mossy on Jun 12, 2004 - 5 answers