Overdrive Acquired by Rakuten, Owners of Kobo (GoodeReader)
Tokyo-based Rakuten, Inc., one of the world’s largest internet service companies, has acquired OverDrive in what is another in a long line of acquisitions dedicated to increasing the global footprint of companies, adding reading focus to its practices, and extending itself into new markets.
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How to Raise Kids Who Read (GalleyCat)
Want to raise a child who loves reading? Daniel Willingham, author of the book Raising Kids Who Read recommends making reading “the most appealing thing a child can do.”
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2015 PEN Longlists Revealed (PW)
PEN American Center announced the longlists for the 2015 PEN Literary Awards.
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How to Get Started Reading Comics That Have Been Running for Decades (Lifehacker)
Here’s how to find a place to jump in if you’re overwhelmed by decades-long comic book stories.
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Kindle Daily Deal: Styx & Stone (and others)