Did you know there are over 4000- 5000 eBook downloads every day?

And that number is increasing rapidly.

Everyone is getting on the bandwagon and ebooks are being offered through several mediums including Amazon, Google, Ebooks.com, Barnes & Noble, Project Gutenberg, and many others.

Are eBooks Taking Over?

Many feared that ebooks would be the end of paper books, but we’ve actually seen the opposite. Did you know that ebooks are actually helping the sales of paper books? Many publishers are reporting an increase in paper book sales rather than what they originally thought.

“Ebook – It is having said that ebook reader will be the only dominant player in the future in the publication industry looking at the phase the technology is developing. Book readers are now no longer needs to handle a big binding book to read their favorite manuscripts, novels, literatures, story, magazines, or any other paperback content material but instead they can view it and read it with the electronic device like PDA, Smart Phone, handheld mobile, palm, pocket pc, tablet pc, and any other content readable electronic device with very good reading experience. “ From IT Global Solutions

Benefits of eBooks for Readers

1. An eBook reader is a device that allows the user to simplify their reading experience. The user can read electronic books on any electronic content readable devices including the Kindle, Sony Reader, Nook, iPhone and many more.
   
2. Users can transport thousands of ebooks on their device no matter how big or small the eBook. The reading experience is easy on the eyes due to the non glare screen- which is much more conducive to reading than a backlit computer screen. The user can turn pages simply by touching the screen or pushing a button.
   
3. The user can purchase eBooks instantly by downloading it from the internet or through 3G networks without having to wait for delivery or go to a bookstore.
   
4. The the costs of printing, shipping and distribution are almost eliminated so the price of eBooks are usually less than paper books.
   
5. The user can personalize their reading experience by displaying the text how they want and change settings on their readable device that fit their needs.The user also has a facility to adjust the font size, margin size, line spacing, etc. along with the searching features to make the reading more comfortable.

For more on the growth of eBooks see “Do i believe in eBooks?”

How are eBooks Converted?

The process of eBook conversion is simple. Publishers have the books professionally scanned and made into a PDF, JPEG or a variety of other formats.

Many companies offer a service called typesetting. This includes formatting the text, proofreading and properly aligning the text, and images. Most companies will provide full service which they will deliver the ebook ready for sale for your customers.

Finding a company that understands the needs of your publishing house and has a proven track record is necessary for success in entering the eBook market. IT Hands provides competitive rates for publishers, authors and independent writers who are wanting to get into the eBook market.

Contact us today for a quote and hear about the opportunities related to eBook conversion.