Buyer's Guide: The Nuts & Bolts of Apps & Ebooks
A guide to common practices for producing ebooks and book apps and tips for finding the right solution.
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Ebooks also live inside a reading app, where book apps are typically a stand-alone icon on a user's device. Also of note are branded publisher "shell" apps, which can house ebooks and serve ecommerce and e
Many Paths to Create an Ebook
Publishers typically pursue one of three ebook creation strategies: hiring an offshore conversion service, purchasing software solutions, or partnering with a digital solutions provider.
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Ellen Harvey is a freelance writer and editor who covers the latest technologies and strategies reshaping the publishing landscape. She previously served as the Senior Editor at Publishing Executive and Book Business.
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