Web Exercises

What the e-book market offers writers

How has the e-book market made publishing more accessible? Discuss the benefits of e-book publishing for writers. Are there similarities to the “long tail” concept?

 

Quality vs. sales quantity

Read this essay and discuss the importance of a “popular” book versus a “good” book. This essay says that “power is in the hands of the readers.” Do you agree?

 

From printing press to e-readers

After reading this article, discuss the writer’s statements about the similarities and differences between the printing press and the Internet.

 

Artist finds success with children’s books

The author of Diary of a Wimpy Kid found success in books for children and young adults, a profitable market segment for books in recent years.