The Place Of E-books And The Future Of Electronic Publishing On The WWW (Updated)

Article Title: The Place of E-books and the Future of Electronic Publishing on the WWW (Updated)
Author Name: Craig Lock
Category (key words): Book publishing, electronic publishing/books, e-books
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"We share what we know, so that we all may grow."n n *
The Place of E-books and the Future of Electronic Publishing on the WWW n
"The next information revolution is well under way...It isnnot a revolution in technology, machinery, techniques,nsoftware, or speed. It is a revolution in CONCEPTS."n(Drucker, 1998) n
"Money is what fueled the industrial society. But in theninformational society, the fuel, the power, is knowledge.
One has now come to see a new class structure divided bynthose who have information and those who must function outnof ignorance. This new class has its power not from money,nnot from land, but from knowledge."n- John Kenneth Galbraithn
"The future belongs to those who apply knowledge withninnovation and resourcefulness to find new paths - innbusiness and in life." n- Bill Rosoman and Craig Lock

Just sharing a few thoughts on our view of the place and future of E-books in the world of publishing (the "real world, as well as the vast unchartered realm of cyberspace") ...

We at Eagle Productions (New Zealand) believe that ebook publishing isnthe way of the future (as shown by Steven King's "Riding the
Bullet"). Though personally, I believe there will always be anplace for traditional publishing with paper books. People willnalways love holding a real book out in the sun for their holidaynreading. I just believe electronic-publishing is way cheaper andnfar more immediate compared to "hard copy" publishing. Ournelectronic books are about a third the cost of our hard copies. People can printnout the books, should they wish...or simply read on thei
computer screens... and so make the "greenies" happy.

Thus electronic publishing has many benefits for the reading nconsumer in terms of both cost and accessibility (immediatenpublishing), as well as for talented new authors, who may findngreat difficulty in getting their work accepted by traditionalnpublishing houses - especially the well-known ones who rarelyntake on new authors in the current harsh publishing environment.

In addition, things are moving so fast with reading aids innelectronic publishing. New technology is constantly developingnthe hand-held reader, so soon you may be able to download novelsnat the beach.

May the two forms of publishing work in tandem in the future, tonthe benefit of the consumer - in terms of ease , accessibilitynand especially affordability. More CHOICES for the consumer isnof paramount importance in today's very competitive purchasing- nentertainment marketplace! n n *
We have an ultimate vision (or dream) of Gisbo
e on the EastnCoast of the North Island of scenic and tranquil New Zealandnbeing a "renowned and recognised" centre of electronic, as wellnas conventional publishing, a world-renowned centre in providingnquality courses in distance education and adult online teaching.
Perhaps one day even a centre of excellence in developingntechnology in the South Pacific. Together with a presence and nstrong association in my "beloved, vibrant and diverse forme
country", South Africa (thanks so much, Stefan). In time all ofnmy "lucky" 17 books will be available both electronically, asnwell as paper copies.n n(Thanks to my "technogeek" associates, Bill, Erich and Stephannfor all their help, drive, talent and vision, as I'm a bit of a "techno-dummy"!

We are currently looking at the possibility of developingnaudiobooks (especially as an aid to the deaf). We believe annidea, a big helping of enthusiasm, together with a great deal ofntime and effort in implementing it, belief, faith in yourself andnpersistence (not necessarily in that order) is the key tonmarketing success and seeing a vision turn into reality.

That is our ultimate vision and something we at Eagle Productionsnin association with Bill Rosoman and Erich Licht in Arizona and Ohio, USA (Rapture Web Design) are daily striving towardsnwith all our energies and creative endeavours.

Craig Lock n
" Whatever the mind can conceive, can be achieved." n- Johann Wolfgang Von Goethen
P.S: If interested, our publishing vision may be viewed at:nhttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2003/7/prweb71552.htmn
"We make a living by what we get...but we make a life by what we give." n- Norman MacEwann
"We can all use the internet to reach out to the "globalncommunity" and build a better world in this new "Informatio

Revolution" that is upon us. Let's use it wisely, respect ourndiversity and unique cultures; but celebrate a new world innunion. One where, like your founding forefathers in America, youncan first celebrate the Independence Day of the strong burningncreative spirit that is within you. If set alight, it is a flamenthat will burn brightly and make your personal VISION of thenfuture a REALITY...and perhaps even your unique DESTINY."

"Life is about finding, then following the dream... and one'sndream/vision comes to reality through believing in yourself,nmaking the commitment and then creating it." n- Craig Locknhttp://www.myspace/craigloknwww.lulu.com/craiglocknhttp://www2.webng.com/write
z/ and nhttp://www.craiglockbooks.com

All proceeds go to needy and underprivileged children - MINE!

P.S: Don't worry about the world ending today... it's alreadyntomorrow in "little" scenic and tranquil New Zealandn
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