The digital age has hit the book writing and publishing industry. Everyone knows that. Book stores are under pressure, and so are book printers.
Many readers may not be aware, but the trend has also narrowed opportunities for new writers. When times are tough, traditional publishers want sure bets, global bestsellers written by celebrities.
However, the internet offers a way to connect writers directly with their audiences. Oceanbooks was born out of a collective of writers seeing this opportunity. How did it happen? Well, an idea was mentioned, and it went viral.
To cut a long story short, you can purchase high quality, inexpensive digital books from this site. If you are a Bay of Plenty resident, you can become a local supporter
of local talent. And if you like what you read, you can tell your world through our social media sites, facebook and twitter.
You can also start to learn about ereaders, tablets and smartphones. Did you realise you can use your Android cellphone or iPhone as an ereader? That might be a good way to begin a learning curve about digital books.

