Algorithms Reveal Readers’ Preferences

by Thomas McKinley

Readers’ insights can now be revealed by a code called candy.js, a javascript code that determines how readers actually read. The technology is embedded on an e-book, developed by a startup called Jellybooks. The company focuses on “discoverability and reader analytics.” “Penguin Random House UK was among our earliest partners in a pilot program of […]

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Author Scribe I Am Tells the Birth of His Story – Part 3

by Thomas McKinley

Discover more of Scribe I Am and his sci-fi novel as he imparts how his story started here on the Xlibris Blog. Taking you to unexplored realms The series of shall take the reader across mindboggling locales from the decaying civilization on Earth to the homeworld of the Galamarr race, the legendary fortress world of […]

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Xlibris Releases Bestsellers

by Thomas McKinley

Recognizing today’s new breed of writers, the Xlibris Blog brings you Xlibris’ recent bestselling self-published books. Take a look at these top-selling authors who could be the next self-publishing sensation. If you’re a bookworm looking for something to add to your reading list, the blog is your comprehensive source for new reads in various genres. […]

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9 Reclusive Writers in History – Part 2

by Thomas McKinley

In her book, Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking, American author and lecturer Susan Cain disputes our modern society’s bias against introverts. She makes a case for productive introvert-extrovert collaborations and mentions the partnership of Steve Wozniak and Steve Jobs in transforming Apple to the iconic company that it […]

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