Independent Thinking on Publishing's Future
Zul M 
Introduction Twenty-one years ago, I had my first book reading with a coffee beside me, not knowing the habit would remain until today. There’s nothing like curling up with a good book on a lazy weekend morning. The smell of fresh coffee brewing in the kitchen, the cozy blanket wrapped around your shoulders, the turning … Read more
Introduction The write-up explores several emerging and top AI writing tools in 2024, a year that will see the explosion of AI. Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the world of content creation. AI writing tools have the potential to completely revolutionize how we produce and consume content across all mediums. From generating blog posts … Read more
Introduction Ebooks are portable, searchable and often cheaper than print, but they bring trade-offs in comprehension, ownership, preservation and screen fatigue. This article sets out the main advantages and drawbacks of ebooks for readers, libraries and publishers, and explains why most readers now use both formats rather than choosing one. Key points This write-up explores … Read more
Introduction The write-up explores academic publishing in 2024 through the lens of evolving formats such as ebooks, audiobooks, and the emerging role of artificial intelligence (AI). The world of academic publishing is on the brink of significant changes. Emerging trends like the explosion of ebooks, the rise of audiobooks, and the growing impact of AI … Read more
Introduction This write-up explores how declining library budgets affect academic publishing in a multifaceted manner, including potential impacts on access to resources, research productivity, and the overall quality of scholarly communication. Academic libraries are facing a growing crisis as their budgets shrink yearly. While libraries have always had to operate on limited funds, the trend … Read more