E-Books: A New Media for Libraries

Abstract

Production and usage of E-documents is growing at a fast phase. The article discusses various facts of the emerging area of E-books. Author has quoted various meaning of E-books from various books/articles etc. author has given information about how to read e-books , E-books reading software ,where can we find E-books and how much do they cost? How to keep current on E-book? Desktops and Laptops E-book readings software, Dedicated Readings devices, Digital research libraries book awards, free E -books etc. Information about E-books in various countries is also given. Indian authors and publishers have taken some interest in publishing E -Books. Some E-books on various subjects are cited in the article. Original creative books, more current content, enhanced reading experiences, less storage space and easy transportation are some of the advantages mentioned by the authors in their article. E-books open up a whole new world of reading.