Todays links of interest:
- DoJ Says Google Settlement Must Be Changed
While not a shocker, this is an interesting development. Also, it’s back to the drawing board! - Twitter: A Vampire That Can Legally Suck the Life Out of You
Deeper analysis of the new Twitter terms of service. - Jammie Thomas lawyers file suit against Scribd
Though it was inevitable, it’s interesting to note that the book in question Stock and Bonds: Profits and Losses, a Quick Look at Financial Markets by Elaine Scott is out-of-print, only sold on the secondhand market, and not making any money for the author anyway. Seems like there would be a better resolution, no? - Barnes Noble Achieves Major Digital Milestones
While we were initialy skeptical about BN’s ebook strategy — it seemed half-baked when rolled out — we are now suggesting that people start paying close attention. Get some popcorn and enjoy. - More Ebook Survey Results
Joe Wikert continues to roll out tidbits from a recent O’Reilly survey. We’d posit that the responses to his first point have much to do with customer base and type of book. His comments are improving errata are very intriguing. - Ralph Nader, Following His Muse
Love the part where the author is not willing to make changes. Sigh. - DOJ Says No to Google Book Settlement
Pamela Samuelson offers a layperson’s analysis of the recent Department of Justice brief on the Google Book Settlement. - How Can Bookstores Avoid Being Blockbustered?
Mark Bertils picks up on the zeitgeist of skunkworks and innovation (or, if great minds are thinking alike, it’s time for great thinking!). - FCC ‘Net Neutrality’ Rules Expected to Advance on Vote
If this comes to pass, it will be government done right. We approve. - Public gets to vote for book award
The National Book Awards is asking for the public to help choose the best fiction of the past 60 years winner. Vote!
