In the world of books and literature, there’s a key element that might not always catch the spotlight but plays an essential role in connecting stories with their readers: book metadata.
This behind-the-scenes hero is essential for finding, categorizing, and enjoying books, especially when stories move from printed pages to digital displays.
Let’s take a look at what book metadata is all about!
2023 was a landmark year in the book industry, not only in terms of sales but also due to controversy. Political agendas invaded the lives of authors and readers, while AI threatened to shake up reading as we know it. Though neither of these issues show signs of slowing down, 2024 will likely come with its own share of shocking news.
Here’s the major book industry news you missed in January of 2024. Additionally, if you missed the news from November & December 2023, we recommend catching up on those as well.
2023 has proven to be a major year in the book and publishing industry. From soaring fiscal quarters to dismal releases, publishers have been finding new and innovative ways to market the written (and spoken) word to the masses. However, changes in social viewpoints and technological advances have presented challenges for book sellers and book lovers alike.
Here’s the major book industry news you missed in November and December of 2023. If you missed the news from October 2023, be sure to check them out as well.
In the world of modern technology, Application Programming Interfaces, or APIs, have become an essential tool for developers to create amazing applications. They allow developers to easily integrate different sources of data and services into their applications, thus reducing development time and cost. For book lovers and enthusiasts, APIs can provide a wealth of information about books, including information on publication dates, author biographies, book reviews, and ratings. In this blog post, we will explore the top 9 book APIs for 2024. So, whether you’re a book lover or a publishing professional, read on to discover the APIs that will make your life easier in 2024.
Book clubs have historically played an essential role in the lives of generations of readers. Whether they served as social groups, a place for like-minded individuals to share ideas, or even catalysts for revolutions, there’s no doubt that book clubs helped shape the way we consume literature.
Nowadays, book clubs have lessened in popularity, which makes sense considering that society has been reading far less than we once did. One poll found that roughly 23% of Americans haven’t read a book in any format in the last year. Despite smartphones making reading more accessible than ever, the number of avid readers continues to wane.
While the months continue to burn on faster and faster, this year proves to be an eventful one for the book and publishing industry. As authors continue to fight against the looming threat of artificial intelligence, librarians resist the ever-encroaching chains of censorship, and publishers reach record-breaking profits, we’re here through it all.
Here’s what you need to know about the major book industry news in October 2023. Also, be sure to check out our summary of news from September 2023.
Living in the Information Age, we are accustomed to having answers to every question we could possibly have right at our fingertips. However, there are still questions that don’t have definitive answers and these are the ones that tend to drive us a bit crazy. For avid readers like us, one of these haunting questions is a simple one: how many books are in the world?
It’s a deceptively simple question. Sure, you could browse our ISBN database, which boasts a list of over 34 million unique ISBNs, which are used to classify books—but that would not be the correct answer.
In this article, we’ve prepared an overview of what was happening in the book industry in September—from Booker Prize and National Book Award shortlists to financial and legal news—as well as who won the Nobel Prize in literature.
Also, don’t forget to explore our news summary from August 2023.
In our current world, everything moves fast—trends, concepts, and even knowledge.
Naturally, our busy lives make it hard to keep up with everything you want to do. And if the list of books you’ve been eyeing is big enough, you may find that lagging behind your reading goals is as easy as breathing.
At least until now.
The book industry is always evolving, with each month filled with business deals, distinguishing honors, internet memes, and social movements.
Here’s the major book industry news you may have missed in August 2023.