Ebook news

Here are some recent ebook news and updates:

Amazon Kindle

• Amazon has introduced a new feature called "Kindle Live" which allows authors to go live and read their books to readers in real-time. (Source: The Verge)
• Amazon has also launched a new ebook subscription service called "Kindle Unlimited" which allows readers to access a vast library of ebooks for a flat monthly fee. (Source: CNET)

Apple Books

• Apple has announced that it will be discontinuing its ebook store in the UK, France, and Germany, and will instead be focusing on its audiobook service. (Source: The Bookseller)
• Apple has also introduced a new feature called "Apple Books Originals" which will offer exclusive ebook content from popular authors. (Source: Apple Newsroom)

Barnes & Noble Nook

• Barnes & Noble has announced that it will be discontinuing its Nook tablet business and will instead focus on its ebook reader business. (Source: The Verge)
• Barnes & Noble has also launched a new ebook subscription service called "Nook Pass" which offers readers access to a vast library of ebooks for a flat monthly fee. (Source: CNET)

Google Play Books

• Google has announced that it will be discontinuing its ebook store in the UK, France, and Germany, and will instead be focusing on its audiobook service. (Source: The Bookseller)
• Google has also introduced a new feature called "Google Play Books Originals" which will offer exclusive ebook content from popular authors. (Source: Google Newsroom)

Other ebook news

• A new study has found that ebook sales have declined by 15% in the past year, with many readers opting for audiobooks instead. (Source: Publishers Weekly)
• A new ebook platform called "Ebookit" has launched, offering readers the ability to convert their favorite books into interactive ebooks. (Source: Ebookit News)
• A new study has found that ebook piracy is on the rise, with many readers downloading ebooks illegally from online platforms. (Source: The Guardian)

I hope you find these updates interesting!