Yes, I know, I know, but let’s not worry about all the “is/isn’t the record industry a good comparison for books” stuff. None of it matters if a comparison is interesting, and whichever side of that interminable, pointless debate you fall it certainly is interesting. Read more »

Germany’s first ebook subscription service has been launched. Read more »

At Angry Robot we like to think we're reasonably clued-in when it comes to digital. All of our titles are released as eBooks at the same time as our paper editions, and they're (we believe) realistically priced. Our new audio offering kicks in soon, too, with many simultaneous e/paper/audio releases. When a number of people told us that they trust the Angry Robot brand to such an extent that they'd buy all of our titles, sight unseen, we decided to investigate further. Read more »

Berg Fashion Library recently won a FutureBook award for the best publishing website. MD Kathryn has kindly written this piece explaining the background behind the site: In September 2010, we launched the Berg Fashion Library (‘BFL’ www.bergfashionlibrary.com), an online resource for fashion students and academics. The BFL looks at dress across cultures and throughout history. It will be updated three times a year. Read more »