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So far, there were not many visual summaries about the phenomenon of self-publishing, but it started to change recently. In this post I’m sharing four infographics published in the recent weeks.

I will be updating this post in the future, if any new chart comes out. Infographics are a great promotional tool, and we at Ebook Friendly spend a lot of time to support self-publishing.

First infographic, Self-publishing by the numbers, created by Business Web Page Creation is a comprehensive guide to digital publishing, where self-publishing plays a major role. We’ve seen many comparisons between print and electronic books already, but in this infographic it’s done from a point of view of a writer.

A magnification of 10 remarkable years is an infographic prepared by Lulu.com, to celebrate the 10th anniversary of this great self-publishing platform. Enough to say that during that period stunning 36 million dollars were earned by Lulu authors. Now, combine this info with the cost estimate from a first infographic (Print and distribution costs section) and you’ll get a pretty clear view about what self-publishing is about.

Blurb, another top destination for authors who decided to self-publish, shares 7 top stats about Blurb’s role in self-publishing. The infographic shows figures for 2011. Blurb authors earned 1 million dollars, almost 100,000 books were published, and 1.8 million books were downloaded by users from 69 countries.

The last chart is different. It was prepared by Ryan Gielen and is called How I spent the last year preparing to self-publish my novel. It’s an extremely funny description of several tasks the self-publisher has to accomplish and things he does instead. In fact, in times of social media, every author has to deal with several topics, which have nothing to do with writing.

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1. Self-publishing by the numbers

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2. A magnification of 10 remarkable years

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3. Blurb’s 7 top self-publishing stats

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4. How I spent the last year preparing to self-publish my novel

By Ryan Gielen, via eBookNewser.

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Just a snippet:

As of 2008 Harry Potter books have sold approximately 400 million copies, and have been translated into 67 languages.

Big question: how good ebook sales will be?

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If you’re a Kobo customer and a fan of the world of Hogwarts, now you can browse Harry Potter ebooks directly from Kobo ebookstore. They are available in English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian.

The list on Kobo includes 32 titles, and I wish there was a way to sort them by language – English does not come first.

The prices are not displayed, so I’m listing them below (for English editions):

• Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (Book 1) – $7.99
• Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (Book 2) - $7.99
• Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (Book 3) - $7.99
• Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (Book 4) - $9.99
• Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (Book 5) - $9.99
• Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (Book 6) - $9.99
• Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Book 7) - $9.99
• The Complete Harry Potter Ebook Collection – $57.54

Just like in Kindle Store and Nook Store, to buy the book you’ll be redirected to Pottermore site, where you’ll have to register an account. After that you can add the book to the cart and complete the purchase.

While on Pottermore, remember to link to your Kobo account, so that you can send your new Harry Potter ebooks directly to your Kobo virtual bookshelf.

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Business Web Page Creation designed a comprehensive infographic, which can guide you through the phenomenon of self-publishing.

Some numbers and names are missing, for instance on the list with the most successful self-publishers, but if you were ever thinking that self-published authors are the ones to populate the long tail with their low-quality books, this graph will surely succeed to change your mind.

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This post lists the stylish covers, cases and sleeves for the most popular models of tablets.

We will be updating the list frequently, so if you’d like to add covers for a specific tablet model, please leave a message in the comments below.

Before getting down to choosing the cover, it’s good to know the dimensions of your device. In case of the  most popular tablets, like iPad or Kindle Fire, the covers are tailored to their exact dimensions. But if you own a less popular model, you’ll probably have to choose one of “universal size” covers. They fall into two sizes: for 7-inch, and for 10-inch tablets.

Also, if you decided to order a hand-made cover on Etsy, make sure to give exact dimensions in the message to seller.

You’ll find the sizes (height/width/depth), both in inches and millimeters in this post: Dimensions of the most popular tablets [chart].

It’s great that more and more companies design and sell covers specifically for tablets and ereaders. Our top recommendations are: Proporta, Marware, Case-Crown, JAVOedge, Incipio and Case-Mate.

Our series of overviews of covers, cases and sleeves includes the following posts:

• 50+ stylish tablet covers, cases and sleeves
• 15 designer covers & cases for Nook Simple Touch with GlowLight
• 30+ beautiful Kindle Touch cases, covers, sleeves and skins
• 20+ Kobo Touch covers, cases and sleeves
• 40+ cool ereader covers, cases & sleeves

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50+ stylish tablet covers, cases and sleeves

Gecko Cover Luxe for the new iPad. A stylish and functional cover with a unique and “slimfit” design. The exterior of the case is made of high quality plastic matieral and the interior is finished in silver grey velour. It can be used in several different positions. The click-in system and its closing mechanism make use of magnets. Available in 3 colors: black, white, and red. ⇢ Gecko – €29.95.

Apple iPad Smart Cover. This slim, yet sturdy cover protects your iPad screen without covering up its durable aluminum back. An aluminum hinge magnetically aligns the cover with iPad for a perfect fit. Fold it back to turn it into a comfortable keyboard stand. Available in 5 colors: light gray, dark gray, blue, green, and pink. Available for iPad 2 and the new iPad. ⇢ Apple – $39.

Quicksilver Case for the new iPad. This case, compatible with Apple Smart Cover, is super tough, robust and protects against knocks and impact damage. It has neatly placed cut outs which allow you to charge your iPad whilst in its case, and still have access to all volume and hold controls. Branded Quiksilver classic logo, matte, soft-feel finish, available in black. ⇢ Proporta – $33.95.

EcoVue Case for the new iPad. This case from Marware is a versatile, eco-leather folio-style case for the fashionable, environmentally-conscious tablet user. Discreet rubber traction strips along the two side edges stand the case in the open position, perfect for display/viewing. There’s also a foldaway, low-angle stand for typing. Soft magnets in the folio lid automatically sleep/wake the iPad. Available in 3 colors: red, brown, black. ⇢ Marware – $54.99.

Incipio Flagship Folio Brushed Aluminum Hard Shell Case for the new iPad. Designed with a radio-transparent simulated carbon fiber exterior with brushed aluminum accents to provide a refined, executive look to your new iPad. Constructed with a polycarbonate clip, the Flagship Folio for allows for complete closure. Front cover utilizes Apple’s automatic sleep mode for quality experience. ⇢ Incipio – $69.99.

Proporta Neoprene Sleeve for the new iPad. Designed to add almost no bulk to your device. The tough memory foam exterior will protect the iPad from bumps, scratching and impact damage, whilst a secure zip keeps everything where it should be. Finished in a stylish black with lime green stripe and Proporta logo. ⇢ Proporta – $19.95.

CaseCrown Axis Flip Case for the new iPad and iPad 2. This case sports a simple and classy design made from extremely durable material having a subtle unique texture. There is a strong elastic band attached on the exterior of the case for a secure closure. The interior compartment fully rotates for both horizontal and vertical viewing. Now you can view the new iPad / iPad 2 both horizontally and vertically with the same case! Built-in magnetic strip provides sleep/wake feature. Exterior elastic band for secure closure. Available in 8 colors. ⇢ CaseCrown – $30.95.

JAVOedge Fish Flex Sleeve for the new iPad and iPad 2. Combines the portable protection of a sleeve with a viewing stand in an eye-catching pattern composed of fishes swimming on a bright-green background. Once turned into a viewing stand the iPad can be viewed hands-free. ⇢ JAVOedge – $14.98.

CaseCrown Clutch Trifold Case for the new iPad and iPad 2. This case from CaseCrown has an ultra slim, lightweight, and compact structure that offers convenient mobility. The extended handle that is part of this 1-piece case provides a convenient grip. It gives this case a professional look of a small briefcase. The all-around bezel design of the slot and velcro flap on the side guarantees a secure and snug fit. Available in two colors: black and hot pink. ⇢ CaseCrown – $30.95.

Hard Graft Tilt Case for the new iPad and iPad 2. Lightweight, pliable and relaxed whilst ticking all the boxes of what an iPad Case should do: it sports all three positions with ease – typing, surfing and watching. Plus it’s all about the haptic experience – sturdy wool and the touch of the leather just feels right in combination with the cool exterior of your iPad. ⇢ Hard Graft – £80.

CaseCrown Oxford Case for the new iPad and iPad 2. A unique and stylish design made from synthetic leather. The exterior shows off a checkered/plaid design for a simple and classy look, and it also has a subtle texture. The interior is lined with a soft felt-like material to protect your new iPad / iPad 2 from scratches. Front cover flips back to transform into a comfortable viewing stand. Available in four colors: purple, brown, black, and pink. ⇢ CaseCrown – $36.95.

Proporta Shine High Gloss Protective Case for the new iPad. This is a glossy, hard-wearing leather style Apple iPad 3 case that is ready to be shown off. Made to fit iPad 3 perfectly, you can easily access all your device’s functions, including charging due to the well-placed cut-outs. Never worry about the well-being of your tablet thanks to the secure attachment system on this iPad case. Soft-feel lining and print screen patterns, document pouch located internally, magnetic closure system. ⇢ Proporta – $69.95.

Proporta Neoprene Sleeve for 10-inch tablets. Dimensions: 290 / 195 / 25 mm. Tough neoprene outer protects against knocks and shocks. Zip closure system. Finished in a stylish black with lime green stripe and Proporta logo. Fits Motorola Xoom 10.1″, Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1″, Archos 101 G9, Asus Eee Pad Transformer / TF101, HP TouchPad, Toshiba Folio 100. ⇢ Proporta – $19.95.

CaseCrown Ace Flip Case for the new iPad and iPad 2. This case sports a simple yet classy design made from synthetic leather, and the interior is lined with a soft, non-scratch material so you do not need to worry about any damages. All features of the new iPad / iPad 2 are accessible even with the case on. The side clasps will secure your device in place for a snug fit. An elastic band is available on the interior of the case for grip during presentations. Available in 8 colors. ⇢ CaseCrown – $30.95.

CaseCrown Diamond Messenger Case Bag for the new iPad and iPad 2. This is both a case and a bag all wrapped up into one! The exterior of the bag is covered with a unique pattern in two different shades of gray. There are two different compartments: one opens up all the way and has four elastic corner straps to securely hold your device in place, the other slot makes it easy to slide your device in and out. There is a small handle attached for carrying. ⇢ CaseCrown – $41.95.

Twelve South BookBook Case for iPad. Handmade one-of-a-kind, hardback leather case that doubles as a fully adjustable stand. Along with its vintage looks, this case makes iPad feel as if you’re holding a real book. The hardback cover and spine provide impact protection, while the hard protective inner frame offers crush protection. Available in two styles: Classic Black and Vibrant Red. ⇢ Twelve South – $69.99.

Case-Mate Venture Case for the new iPad. Features a sleek style with top-stitch detailing and contemporary line accents, crafted from a leather-inspired material and textured finishes. Built-in stand that remains hidden when not in use, access to all ports and functions. Available in 3 colors: brown, black, and lipstick pink. ⇢ Case-Mate -$60.

NUU BaseCase Vivid cover for the new iPad and iPad 2. Perfect for the artist in you that’s itching to get out. Inspired by a painter’s brush-strokes and vivid, bold paint colors, this case for the new iPad and iPad 2 is one-of-a-kind. It’s the next best thing to painting the back of your iPad. Available in three vibrant color palettes, the NUU BaseCase Vivid is the perfect companion for your Apple Smart Cover. ⇢ NUU – $29.

Case-Mate Stingray Slim Stand for the new iPad. An exotic stingray embossed leather covers with texture and fashion-forward style. The shiny pebbled pattern adds a touch of whimsy, while the array of bright and fun colors makes this cover standout. The case conveniently folds into a stand with the innovative tab stand feature. A complementing soft microfiber interior completes the case. Available in lipstick pink and turquoise. ⇢ Case-Mate – $120.

Griffin Elan Folio Cabana for the new iPad and iPad 2. The case flips open for quick access to your Multi-Touch display, and closes like a book for privacy and protection. Flip the cover around and tuck it in back to turn the folio into an adjustable easel. Elan Folio protects your Multi-Touch display with a microsuede lining, and strategically-placed cutouts provide unhindered access to ports, cameras, and controls. Available in 2 colors: red and blue. ⇢ Griffin – $49.99.

Case-Mate Pop! Case with Stand for the new iPad. This case with built-in stand mixes a co-molded, protective design with a contemporary, eye-catching look. Combining a tough, hard shell and soft rubber sides, the case surrounds the sides and back of the new iPad. A built-in stand extends for an ideal viewing screen or remains hidden for a flat back cover. The rubber sides make for an easy grip, while the innovative lay flat design keeps the new iPad screen lifted away from surfaces. Available in two colors: white and black. ⇢ Case-Mate – $50.

Pink Herringbone Case for iPad. Stylish sleeve made with pink herringbone wool with orange undertones. Sized to fit the iPad / iPad2 or other similar size tablet. The case is lined with off white cotton canvas. It comes with a rivet reinforced brown leather straps with snap closures. ⇢ Etsy – $75.

Keydex Ostric Poly Case Pouch Cover for new iPad, iPad 2 and HP TouchPad. High fashion design with wielding leather patterns. Effectively protect your device from scratches. Smooth silk lining to ensure minimal friction. Strong magnetic clip to prevent your tablet from sliding out. ⇢ Sears – $18.

Pad & Quill Fire Keeper for Kindle Fire. This case is hand made in Pad & Quill, Minneapolis, employing traditional bindery techniques. Covered in onyx black Italian bonded leather cover. Beautiful satin finished Baltic Birch frame. Spine provides ‘paperback’ reading with full wrap around folding. Interior lined with book bindery cloth in 5 colors. ⇢ Pad & Quill – $49.99.

Verso Prologue Case Cover for Kindle Fire. Lightweight and exceptionally sturdy construction. Microfiber interior lining protects your Kindle fire screen. Slim pocket for essentials. Specially designed corner strap system features long-life elastic straps with no-slip silicone. Strap length, tension, and placement are custom-engineered to hold onto the Kindle Fire and not let go. ⇢ Amazon – $39.99.

Verso Versailles Case Cover for Kindle Fire. Elegant woven fabric cover with sophisticated, classic design. Sturdy construction is lightweight, but provides protection for your device. Soft microfiber interior with full pockets for holding receipts or travel documents. ⇢ Amazon – $34.99.

Verso Marrakesh Genuine Leather Cover for Kindle Fire. Patent-pending, universal corner elastic design secures your device snugly within the cover. Soft microfiber interior helps prevent scratches on your device. 3 interior pockets to help organize documents. ⇢ Amazon – $69.99.

Hard Candy Cases Bubble Case for Kindle Fire. It’s one of the first, fashion forward yet fully protective cases for the Kindle Fire. The Kindle Fire Bubble case is the perfect combination of a hard polycarbonate exterior and rubber trim. Soft-touch exterior texture (white), iconic bubble design Polycarbonate shell with integrated rubber trim, rubber slide strips inside of the case to better fit and protect. ⇢ Amazon – $39.95.

kate spade new york Kindle Fire Case cover. Designed exclusively for Kindle Fire by kate spade new york, crafted in custom coated poplin sprinkled with colorful confetti dots and lined with signature pink faille. High-quality exterior shields your Kindle from the elements and protects its screen when not in use. Special design details include “kate spade new york” on the front cover. ⇢ Amazon – $69.

Case Logic EVA Sleeve Case for Kindle Fire. Ultra-slim shape & compression details provides glove-like fit and padded protection. Envelope design and welded seams provide water-resistant protection for your Kindle Fire. Soft nylex-lined interior for scratch-resistance. ⇢ Amazon – $34.99.

Proporta Leather Style Cover for Kindle Fire. Crafted from the finest quality alternative to leather and boasting a luxurious protective lining, this Kindle Fire cover keeps it safe and sound from knocks and bumps. Press-stud closure system. Soft internal lining to protect from scratching. Pull-tab for easy access to your device. ⇢ Proporta – $19.95.

CaseCrown Kindle Fire Royal Sleeve Case. This case sports a simple and classy design made from synthetic leather that is extremely durable. It has a unique subtle texture, and the two different colors add a sense of style. The interior is lined with non-scratch material so you do not need to worry about any scratches or damages. Small front pocket available approximately measuring 6.75 x 3 inches. ⇢ CaseCrown – $29.95.

Venture Case for Amazon Kindle Fire and Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1. Leather-inspired black case with red accents. Form fit design made specifically for the Kindle Fire with a Velcro tab and button closure to secure your Kindle Fire. Built-in stand and presentation easel. Access to all ports and functions. ⇢ Case-Mate – $50: Kindle Fire, Samsug Galaxy Tab 10.1.

Marware C.E.O. Hybrid Kindle Fire Cover. This cover elegantly fuses protection with stylish multi-functionality. Made with 100% genuine leather, a useful hand strap, and a microsuede-lined interior, your Kindle Fire snaps easily and securely into place. Transforms to stand the Kindle Fire in two angles ideal for viewing and display. Convenient, high-grade elastic strap holds the lid open or closed. ⇢ Marware – $44.99.

Kindle Fire DEN – Denver Nylon Sleeve. Delicately, lined with a non-abrasive, cushioned interior, the sleeve provides premier protection. Horizontal stitching gives a protective and refinded look. The form-fitting design adds minimal weight and bulk to your Kindle Fire. ⇢ Incipio – $29.99.

Built Slim Neoprene Sleeve for Kindle Fire (Scatter Dot/Scuba Blue). A lightweight, form-fitting design that hugs your device in place without adding bulk. Inside, a plush inner lining helps safeguard the screen from scratches. The zipper-free opening allows for quick access to your Kindle Fire. It’s also checkpoint friendly and it travels easily other bags. ⇢ Adorama – $24.99.

Tudexo Case for Kindle Fire. Ultra-slim Kindle Fire case silhouette crafted from premium leather inspired material and a highly durable brushed microfiber interior. Magic Tape adhesive securely holds your Kindle Fire in place. Available in 2 colors: smooth black and caramel brown. ⇢ Case-Mate – $40.

Jonathan Adler Bargello Waves Cover for Nook Tablet/Color. A traditional Bargello “flame stitch” embroidery pattern is the basis for this cover. The vivid multicolor design has been printed on coated cotton canvas that resists wear and stains. The interior is a dark-blue canvas: bright-green bar-tack labels sport the Jonathan Adler logo and the proud announcement that “This NOOK belongs to…” above an ID window. ⇢ Barnes & Noble – $39.95.

Jack Spade Walking Feet Cover in Navy for Nook Tablet/Color. Adding a dramatic element to the distinctive Jack Spade look, the Walking Feet are printed on durable coated cotton canvas, with the designer’s iconic Warren Street label at the lower right. Inside, you’ll find a faille fabric lining in black, a subtly contrasting black sueded gusset, and a sewn-in cotton ID label. A convenient 3-point mechanism keeps your NOOK securely mounted while allowing full access to all the ports and controls. ⇢ Barnes & Noble – $59.95.

Lilly Pulitzer Jumping the Line Cover for Nook Tablet/Color. The exquisite floral pattern is printed on coated cotton canvas and extends across the entire cover – the flowers appear to be “jumping” off the lines in the pattern, creating a dramatic effect. Gold-toned leather piping binds the outer edges all the way around, and a gold-plated Lilly Pulitzer signature plaque, mounted on a leather patch, adorns the front cover. ⇢ Barnes & Noble – $39.95.

Embossed Neoprene Sleeve for Nook Tablet/Color. Made of ultra-soft neoprene that’s also tough and durable, so you can take it virtually anyplace you go. The embossed “n” logo pattern on both sides gives the case a unique look and feel. Inside, a soft gray nylon lining cradles your Nook, protecting it from shocks and scratches. A smooth-gliding zipper opens the case at the top and extends partly down the sides, providing easy access. ⇢ Barnes & Noble – $19.95.

Silicone Frame in Flamingo for Nook Tablet/Color. The flexible yet strong silicone material wraps around the sides and back of the device, providing an excellent barrier against shocks, scratches, and moisture. You can access all the device’s features while it’s in the case: there are openings for the headphone jack and charging port, overmolded tabs for the power button and volume control, and a cutout on the back to enhance the sound from the speaker grille. ⇢ Barnes & Noble – $19.95.

Hard Case Cover for Kobo Vox. The all-around full zipper closure and strong hard exterior guarantees premium protection from any possible damages while the interior walls of the case are lined with shock absorbing foam. A lower mesh pocket with an elastic band is attached along the first interior wall to carry additional accessories, and the second interior wall has four corner straps. ⇢ Amazon – $5.21.

STM Skinny Sony Tablet Case (Black). Provides easy access to device ports and control buttons. The case features foldable front cover for both typing and viewing mode. ⇢ Adorama – $32.50.

Poetic Slimbook Leather Case for Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 With 3-in-1 Built-in Stand (Black). Made by High Quality PU Leather. Easy to insert or pull out your device and easy port access. Ultra slim and light case perfect for carrying. ⇢ Amazon – $12.95.

Perfora Leather Style Case for Motorola Xoom and other 10-inch tablets. The handcrafted faux-leather exterior guards against everyday damage, scratches and knocks, and the contrast stripe and perforation detail design means that it cuts quite a dash in the process, whilst inside the luxury lining will cocoon your Netbook in the finest style and safety. ⇢ Proporta – $26.95.

Acase Slim Leather Case Folio for HP TouchPad. Covered by Premium Litchi Grain Mark Leather. All the cut-outs of the leather case are specially designed for the HP TouchPad 9.7, all ports and buttons are accessible. The interior is made of microfiber, which does not scratch the body and the screen. ⇢ Amazon – $22.95.

CaseCrown Bold Trifold for Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0. This case sports a simple and classy design made from synthetic leather, and the interior is lined with non-scratch material so you do not need to worry about any damages. There is also a magnetic strip built inside for a secure closure. The cover is uniquely designed to flip back and transform the case into a comfortable viewing stand. Available in 4 colors: black, blue, purple, and hot pink. ⇢ CaseCrown – $29.95.

Griffin Slipcase with Cover for 7-inch tablets. Slip your tablet into this universal sleeve then velcro down the cover to secure it. Slip the lip of the cover under the provided tab to make a handy inclined stand for your tablet. Features a durable, easy-to-clean outer shell with a smooth microsuede interior, and a loop for your stylus. ⇢ Griffin – $19.99.

Felt Cover for 7-inch tablets. Made of natural 5mm felt to securely protect your tablet. The sleeve fastens with a loop and toggle button. Fits Kindle Fire, Nook Tablet/Color and other 7-inch tablets. ⇢ Etsy – $30.

ScoobaWrap. Ideal way to add an extra measure of carrying protection, particularly inside luggage, carry-ons, or other unpadded cases. Available in 3 sizes: small, medium, large. For a tablet choose a medium size (16 x 16-inch). ⇢ Skooba Design – $15.95.

Estate Tablet Brief. Carry your tablet and other on-the-go accessories in our Estate tablet brief. The khaki canvas is classic, while the functional design makes it a must-have. Made from 100% cotton and faux suede. 4 exterior slip pockets, 2 interior slip pockets. Dimensions ( H / W / D ): 8.75″ / 11.25″ / 1.25″. ⇢ Fossil – $98.

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You can win a set of eight Kindles for your classroom by sharing your best lesson plans by May 31, 2012. Simply follow the roadmap below and make sure to visit the original post.

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She sampled over 250 random works of science fiction – books, comics, but also movies and TV series, all created between 1880 and 2010. Then the data was divided into works set in the near future (0-50 years from the time the work came out), middle future (51-500 years) and far future (501+ years).

There are a few moments in history when all futures are almost equally represented, notably in the 1920s and the 1960s. Those are both periods of liberalization in the United States, when social roles were changing rapidly and the economy was booming. Perhaps these eras of rapid change turned people’s eyes to both the near and far future. Interestingly, both eras were followed by periods of economic downturn that led to opposite effects: In the 1930s, we saw a spike in far future stories (indeed, the most of any era in our data); and in the 1970s we saw a spike in near future stories.

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Tetris Built-In Bookcase by Eleftherios Ambatzis

Some people fear that, with the increasing popularity of ebooks, print books will disappear.

Nothing like this will happen. We’ll be buying less print books, but will select them very carefully – as they will be the essence of who we are.

Bookshelves will not disappear as well. They will be smaller, sure thing. No longer there is need to store 1,000 physical books, if their digital versions can be kept on one small device like Kindle or Nook.

Bookshelves will essentially become much more creative, and their role in our life won’t change a bit – they are and will be our brain’s manifesto (and it’s hard to manifest what you read by showing a small device like Kindle or Nook).

For your inspiration, we selected 25 most creative examples of bookshelves, which can be found on the web. Have a look and get inspired!

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Pack-man bookshelf. Via 9GAG.

Slim transparent bookcase by Marianne van Ooij. Via Yanko Design.

Imeüble 2.5 dimension shelf system by Bjørn Jørund Blikstad. Via Yanko Design.

DIY industrial pipe bookshelf. Via Bit Rebels.

Stacked Teacups bookcase by WoodCurve Creative Wood Furniture. Via Etsy.

The Bookseat – the bookcase that became a chair. Via Digital Trends.

Vintage Jag bookshelf designed by Denieuwegeneratie design studio. Via Cubicle Bot.

Hole In The Floor bookshelf. Via Home Ideas Design.

Customizable Letter Shelves by Ricard Mollon. Via Home Designing.

Check-box bookshelves designed by Jongho Park. Via Interior Decorating.

Optical illusion bookshelf designed by Clarke Hopkins Clarke design company. Via Laughing Squid.

Target Bookshelf by Mebrure Oral. Via 9bytz.

Brain bookshelf. Via Dokumaciorumcek / Tumblr.

Branch bookshelf by Olivier Dollé. Via HomeDSGN.

Short circuit bookshelves by Alexandra DiCairano. Via Coroflot.

DNA bookcase designed by Joel Escalon. Via Inventor Spot.

Pendulum bookcase by Yar Rassadin. Via Yar Rassadin Design.

Reused 35mm Film Strips bookshelves by Lucas Desimone and Matias Resich. Via Bit Rebels.

Round bookshelves by Je Sung Park. Via Yanko Design.

Rolling bookshelves designed by Michaël Bihain. Via Yanko Design.

Tetris Built-In Bookcase by Eleftherios Ambatzis. Via Fancy.

USA Map Bookshelf by Ron Arad. Via Phoenix New Times.

Earthquake modular bookcases designed by Smansk. Via Yanko Design.

Skull bookshelves designed and arranged by James Hopkins.
Via Laughing Squid.

Read Your Book Case designed by Eva Alessandrini & Roberto Saporiti. Via Bookshelf Porn.

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As ebooks from the Nook Store are available only to US customers, some readers from abroad who want to buy this convenient and very well received device, are certainly interested in how to download own books.

Here’s another great video tutorial from Good E-Reader blog, which will guide you through the process.

Via Good E-Reader.

NOOK Simple Touch™ with GlowLight™

• First & Only Reader designed for perfect bedtime reading
• Breakthrough technology creates a soft glow optimized for low light reading
• Warm light illuminates entire screen evenly
• End bedtime reading debate-when you want to read & your partner wants to sleep
• GlowLight turns on instantly and adjusts easily with a touch
• Revolutionary built-in anti-glare screen protector delivers just-like-paper experience – great in bright sun
• Exclusive Best-Text™ & adjustable fonts make words crisp & clear
• Fastest, most advanced E Ink® display for seamless page turns
• Lightest NOOK ever – perfect for long reading sessions and carrying everywhere
• Unbeatable value: “2 Readers in 1″ – Best of E Ink & Lit Display’ -Amazing in bed and at the beach

Perfect for Bedtime Reading
NOOK’s GlowLight illuminates your screen with a soft light that is perfect for bedtime reading. With advanced lighting technology not available on any other reader, GlowLight lets you stay up late reading in total comfort – while your partner stays asleep in the dark.

New! Breakthrough GlowLight
This revolutionary built-in reading light delivers optimized illumination never before seen on E Ink displays. So now you can enjoy just-like-paper reading at its best – whether you’re curled up in bed or outdoors in bright sun.

Easy-to-Adjust GlowLight
NOOK’s GlowLight turns on instantly and adjusts with just a touch. Simply slide your finger to customize the brightness and enjoy perfect illumination – from a bright gleam to a soft glow – evenly dispersed across your screen.

Most-Advanced Reading Screen
The 6″ E Ink display lets you experience just-like-paper reading at its best. With exclusive Best-Text™ Technology, words are super crisp and clear, whether GlowLight is on or off.

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Price: $139

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Can You Grill It is a new YouTube series for Pork Barrel BBQ, and Kindle Fire was naturally one of the first choices. You’d better watch what you put on your grill.

Via Virtual-Strategy Magazine.

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iPad dimensions / Image: Apple

In the chart below you’ll find the dimensions of the most popular tablet models.

This list is updated frequently. If you’d like us to add any particular model, please leave a tip in the comments below.

Knowing the exact dimensions is very helpful when you’re about to buy a cover or a sleeve for the device. In the coming days we’ll publish an overview of 30+ stylish covers, cases and sleeves for most of the tablets listed below.

For your convenience, the dimensions are shown in both inches and millimeters. Abbreviations are: H – height, W – width, D – depth. The thumbnail pictures are reflecting the difference in sizes, and are as precise as thumbs can be. Click on them to be redirected to producers’ pages with bigger images and more detailed information.

Also, next to the name of each tablet you’ll see the size of its display in inches.

Nook Color and Kobo Vox, although marketed as color-screen ereaders, are also included in the chart.

For the sizes of ereaders please check this post: Dimensions of the most popular models of ereaders [chart].

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Dimensions of the most popular models of tablets

Based on data available at the respective sellers.

Device	Inches	Millimeters
New iPad - 9.7″	H/W/D = 9.50 / 7.31 / 0.37″	H/W/D = 241.2 / 185.7 / 9.4 mm
iPad 2 - 9.7″	H/W/D = 9.50 / 7.31 / 0.34″	H/W/D = 241.2 / 185.7 / 8.8 mm
iPad 1 - 9.7″	H/W/D = 9.56 / 7.47 / 0.50“	H/W/D = 243 / 190 / 13 mm
Kindle Fire - 7″	H/W/D = 7.5 / 4.7 / 0.45″	H/W/D = 190 / 120 / 11.4 mm
Nook Color - 7″	H/W/D = 8.1 / 5.0 / 0.48″	H/W/D = 206 / 127 / 12.2 mm
Nook Tablet - 7″	H/W/D = 8.1 / 5.0 / 0.48″	H/W/D = 206 / 127 / 12.2 mm
Kobo Vox - 7″	H/W/D = 7.6 / 5.1 / 0.53″	H/W/D = 192 / 128 / 13.4 mm
Motorola Xoom 2 – 10.1″	H/W/D = 10 / 6.83 / 0.35″	H/W/D = 253.9 / 173.6 / 8.8 mm
Motorola Xoom 2 Media Edition – 8.2″	H/W/D = 8.5 / 5.47 / 0.35″	H/W/D = 216 / 139 / 8.9 mm
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 – 10.1″	H/W/D = 10.1 / 6.9 / 0.38″	H/W/D = 256.6 / 175.3 / 9.7 mm
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 – 7.0″	H/W/D = 7.63 / 4.82 / 0.41″	H/W/D = 193.7 / 122.4 / 10.5 mm
BlackBerry PlayBook – 7″	H/W/D = 7.64 / 5.12 / 0.39″	H/W/D = 194 / 130 / 10 mm
HP TouchPad – 9.7″	H/W/D = 9.45 / 7.45 / 0.54″	H/W/D = 240 / 189 / 14 mm
Sony Tablet S – 9.4″	H/W/D = 9.50 / 6.86 / 0.40″	H/W/D = 241.2 / 174.3 / 10.1 mm
HTC Flyer – 7″	H/W/D = 7.69 / 4.80 / 0.52″	H/W/D = 195.4 / 122 / 13.2 mm

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It’s not the only infographic about the process of creating a book. If you want to get a pretty complete picture, check two other ones, published some time ago.

Life Cycle of a Book is an infographic designed by Publishing Trendsetter. The process of developing a book is described here professionally and in detail. It’s good to compare it with the chart by Mariah Bear. The truth is somewhere in between.

The last graph was prepared by Ryan Gielen and it perfectly describes the nature of self-publishing. This funny infographic is a part of the very creative promotion of his novel, Love Bomb and the Pink Platoon.

The missing past is the infographic on how an electronic book is created. The process is pretty different from a print book and includes many specific steps. We’re sure we won’t wait long for such an infographic to come.

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1. How a book is born

By Mariah Bear, via Huffington Post.

2. Life cycle of a book

Via Publishing Trendsetter.

3. How I spent time to self-publish a novel

Click on the image to enlarge. By Ryan Gielen, via eBookNewser.

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Thanks to this app Mac users can now add own files to Kindle much easier than to Apple’s native iBooks application. It’s either Amazon cares more for Mac users who like to read, or Apple doesn’t care well enough.

In order to use Send to Kindle, Mac OS X 10.6 (Snow Leopard) or Mac OS X 10.7 (Lion) is required. The supported file types are: .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt, .rtf, .jpeg (.jpg), .gif, .png, .bmp.

After the installation the icon will be added to the dock. When you open the application, you’ll be asked to register it with your Kindle credentials.

The app is extremely easy to use, and you don’t have to open the app first in order to send files.

1. Drag and drop files into the app’s icon

If you add several files to your Kindle virtual bookshelf, it’s good to keep the Kindle app in the dock. You can simply select the files, drag them into the app’s icon in the dock, and drop.

You can drag and drop files from Finder, but also from some applications. I’ve tested files opened in Google Docs in Chrome browser, and also a Preview app with a pdf document.

In the Preview app you’ll only be able to add the pages selected in the sidebar, so it’s a good way to send to Kindle only the most interesting pages from a big pdf document.

If you have the Send to Kindle app opened you can also drag & drop files directly into it.

2. In Finder: by control-click

If you want to send multiple files right from your Finder, you can, besides drag & drop, simply select the documents and control-click to open the pop-up menu. Then find Send to Kindle command and click on it.

3. Via the print menu

This method makes it possible to send files from almost any application which opens supported file types. To send to Kindle just open print dialog box (usually Command-P) and select Send to Kindle.

It works in text editors, image-editing apps, but also in browsers. The screenshot below shows the pdf file opened in Google Chrome.

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Once the files are added, the app opens and you can choose the destination device, delivery method (WiFi or Whispernet) and decide if you want to archive the file in your Kindle virtual bookshelf.

Additionally, in the application settings you can turn on a conversion of pdf files to Kindle format.

One feature I’m missing is a default set-up where I can pick up the default device & settings, so there would be no need to open the app’s dialog box at all.

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Electronic books, as well as digital reading and publishing, become a mainstream topic. As a result we can expect more fun and trivia stuff about them.

Here is a selection of the funniest cartoons we’ve come across the web as well as created ourselves. Still, the major source of fun is coming from a natural need to embrace the uncertainty. What e-books can’t do is still what mostly makes us laugh.

We will be updating the list frequently, so if you find any cool addition, please share it in the comments or via the contact form.

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iPads in the classroom – Ebook Friendly.

E-reader in 2050 – Prospect Magazine. To see a full-size version click here.

Overcoming problems with the Kindle – Prospect Magazine.

Reading and flies – Toonpool.

It’s a book – Toothpaste For Dinner.

3D book – Ebook Friendly.

Book burning, Kindle version – xkcd.

Via MakeUseOf Geeky Fun.

E-paper – Mimi and Eunice.

Nice ereader – Poorly Drawn Lines.

Fahrenheit 451/2011 – Toothpaste For Dinner.

Basic flaws of Kindle – Toonpool.

Impressive library – Jeff Koterba / World Herald, via Mike Cane’s Tumblr.

Why not try a book? – Doghouse Diaries.

One-page book – Geek and Poke.

The size of the book – Toothpaste for Dinner.

Book 2.0 – Toothpaste for Dinner.

Learning to read – Ebook Friendly.

Nobody reads – Sticky Comics.

Kindle is great – Gadgets And Gizmos.

Using the e-reader – Ebook Friendly.

Kindle or Nook? – Socialchicks.

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Via Amazopia – YouTube.

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