HarperCollins, parent of Christian publisher Zondervan, says libraries may only lend each of their e-books titles 26 times before the library must repurchase it.
Library Journal reported that HarperCollins has issued new terms to its library distribution partner, Overdrive, for how many times a library e-book can be loaned out. Any library e-book provider dealing with HarperCollins, not just Overdrive, will be required to abide by those terms.
“HarperCollins is committed to the library channel,” the publisher said in a statement. “We believe this change balances the value libraries get from our titles with the need to protect our authors and ensure a presence in public libraries and the communities they serve for years to come.”
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Maureen “Moe” Girkins, President of Zondervan, the Christian book publisher owned by media magnate Rupert Murdoch, is leaving the company. Her contract was not renewed and her departure is effective on March 11.
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.– Zondervan announced it will debut an enhanced eBook of its all-time perennial bestseller, The Purpose Driven Life, by Dr. Rick Warren. The enhanced eBook is available for purchase for $14.99 on Apple’s iBookstore, Amazon and Barnes & Noble’s Nookbook Store. It will join the traditional eBook version of The Purpose Driven Life which is also available online.
Grand Rapids, Mich.– Zondervan, owned by media mogul Rupert Murdoch, and the world’s leading Bible publisher, reported its NIV Bible eBook, is the company’s fastest-selling eBook. It broke into the USA Today bestsellers list spanning all books, the company said in a news release.
