There is an emerging problem on the Kindle Bookstore, books that use AI. Authors are submitted hundreds of titles a week that list the author or co-author ChatGPT. There are likely thousands of books submitted every couple of weeks and not citing AI at all. Amazon does not have any safeguards or terms of service that prevent millions of books written by AI. This is going to be … [Read more...] about Amazon has no safeguards against Kindle Books using ChatGPT
Best Debut Author Kindle Books of February 2023
Whether you’re looking for a juicy coming-of-age story perfect for your book club, a laugh-out-loud mother-daughter duo who defy expectations at every turn, or a “diabolical” thriller, these debut novels captured our attention this month.Maame by Jessica GeorgeA novel with all the feels, Maame follows a young twenty-something woman trying to get a hold … [Read more...] about Best Debut Author Kindle Books of February 2023
Barnes and Noble is taking on Amazon Prime
Barnes and Noble has totally revised their membership plan and are challenging Amazon Prime. The largest bookseller in the United States is changing up their loyalty programs to lock in steady business from people who buy books or want to purchase a Nook e-Reader. The $40-per-year membership service that will offer customers discounts, free shipping and additional … [Read more...] about Barnes and Noble is taking on Amazon Prime
Americans like Spotify and Amazon Music equally
A new report that was just issued surveyed 4,000 Americans and it looked at streaming music habits. Amazon Music and Spotify had equal representation. They both had 35% of the vote and this included Amazon’s bundled Prime Music service as well as its paid Music Unlimited tier, and both the free and premium tiers of Spotify.The findings suggest Amazon Music has pulled away … [Read more...] about Americans like Spotify and Amazon Music equally
Amazon Kids+ provides tremendous value for kids
Fostering the love of reading is a challenge for parents. Having them build good habits have to be done when they are little, and as they grow up, they will be reading on their own. Cable television and streaming services are not built around only providing kid friendly content. Letting them use your iPad to play games or Android smartphone, might get them into trouble with all … [Read more...] about Amazon Kids+ provides tremendous value for kids
Selling on Amazon? Fees have risen more than 50%
The overall cost of selling products have increased by more than 50% since last year, according to a new study from Marketplace Pulse. "Amazon is pocketing more than 50% of sellers' revenue - up from 40% five years ago," the e-commerce analytic firm wrote in a blog post on Monday.The post said the study used profit and loss reports from a sample of sellers to calculate the … [Read more...] about Selling on Amazon? Fees have risen more than 50%
Amazon might purchase MX Player
Amazon is in talks to acquire MX Player, one of the largest on-demand video streaming services in India. The library of content will likely be incorporated into Prime Video, however the standard service will continue to operate. At least two more players — including Zee-Sony — have expressed interest in acquiring the Times Internet-owned app.MX Player, which was acquired by … [Read more...] about Amazon might purchase MX Player
How to reset the Kindle e-reader to factory settings
Many people when they upgrade to a new Kindle, some give it away to a friend or loved one, trade it in to Amazon or resell it on a 3rd party marketplace such as eBay. It is highly recommend that you reset the Kindle back to factory settings. This will remove your Amazon login from the Kindle and remove all of the settings and books, it will be like new. How do you do … [Read more...] about How to reset the Kindle e-reader to factory settings