Amazon launches Kindle lending library for US

Written By: Lisa Campbell Publication Date: Thu, 03/11/2011 - 09:54 Amazon.com has launched a lending library for US Kindle owners with Prime membership today (3rd November), after signing deals on a “variety of terms” with publishers. read more Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2011-11-03 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Chinese e-tailer Dangdang launches ebook platform

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Pan Mac launches ebook bundles

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New shadow libraries minister condemns closures

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The Bookseller launches Christmas Trading Survey

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Closure confirmed for Herts School Library Service

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Brent library campaigners lose appeal

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Kindles Sell by the Millions

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Durrell backlist launched with Pan Mac's Bello

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The Library Alternative

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