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1. Digitalisierung vergriffener Werke: Rahmenvereinbarung unterzeichnet, Clearingstelle im Aufbau.

Subjects
AUCTIONS, BOOK sales & prices, RESEARCH, DIGITIZATION laws, OUT-of-print books, SOCIETIES
Abstract

News briefs pertaining to libraries are presented. The planned auction by the Staats- und Universitätsbibliothek Dresden library of a travel book written by organ builder Johann Andreas Silbermann, the membership of the Universitätsbibliothek Mainz university library in Mainz, Germany in the Leibniz-Forschungsverbund Science 2.0 research society is announced, and information is provided on the ratification of German laws governing the digitization of out-of-print books.

Published
2015
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2. Writing for Eternity II.

Author

Fulda, Joseph S.

Subjects
INTEGRITY, ERRORS, OUT-of-print books, ELECTRONIC books, ELECTRONIC publishing
Abstract

The article presents the author's insights on the integrity of reprinted online articles and electronic books. The author discusses whether the reprinted and electronic version be a facsimile of the original copy or not. He made mention that any correction on the electronic version costs much compared to its original source. The author also notes on the writer or publisher own judgment to correct the article than going through the formal correction process.

Published
2010
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3. The Back Story on Back Lists.

Author

Sherburne, Cary

Subjects
DIGITAL printing, PUBLISHING, TECHNOLOGICAL innovations, OUT-of-print books, DIGITAL technology
Abstract

The article discusses using faster, high-quality and cheaper digital printing technologies to preserve and produce old and new books in or out of print. It is stated that the launch of Xerox DocuTech in 1990 brought forward print-on-demand followed by DocuSP in 1994, a more advanced digital front end. According to the author, "backlisted" or out of print books are not easily accesible but with technology, can now be reprinted and available for consumers in 2008.

Published
2008

4. SPOTLIGHT ERRATA EDITIONS.

Author

Hsu, Leo

Subjects
IMPRINTS (Publishers' & printers' statements), PUBLISHING, PHOTOGRAPHY in literature, OUT-of-print books
Abstract

The article focuses on the imprint of Errata Editions, making the book, "Photographe de Paris" accessible. It notes that the project was conceptualised by photographer Jeff Ladd and realised with photo-editor Valerie Sonnenthal and editor Ed Grazda. It aims to encourage the creative tradition of photography bookmaking by allowing public view of out-of-print books.

Published
2009

5. BARN OWL BOOKS.

Author

Goodman, Jo

Subjects
OUT-of-print books
Abstract

Presents information on Barn Owl Books, a company established by British author Ann Jungman in order to republish books that have gone out of print. Origin of the company name; Reason for the decision of Jungman to use established illustrators for book covers; Distribution of the books.

Published
2001

6. REPRINTS: NON-FICTION.

Subjects
PUBLISHED reprints, OUT-of-print books, NONFICTION, YOUNG adult literature, LITERATURE
Abstract

Presents reprints of several nonfiction books. “Battle Dress,” by Amy Efaw; “Eleonor's Story: An American Girl in Hitler's Germany,” by Eleonor Garner; “Left for Dead: A Young Man's Search for Justice for the USS Indianapolis.

Published
2004

7. REPRINTS: SCIENCE FICTION.

Subjects
SCIENCE fiction, HORROR tales, FANTASY fiction, PUBLISHED reprints, OUT-of-print books, YOUNG adult literature, LITERATURE
Abstract

Presents reprints of several science fiction, fantasy and horror books. “The Angel Factory,” by Terence Blacker; “Ashling,” by Isobelle Carmody; “Violent Cases,” by Neil Gaiman; “Violent Cases,” by Neil Gaiman.

Published
2004

8. REPRINTS: FICTION.

Subjects
FICTION, PUBLISHED reprints, OUT-of-print books, YOUNG adult literature, LITERATURE
Abstract

Presents reprints of several fiction books. “Sharing Sam,” by Katherine Applegate; “Hanging on to Max,” by Margaret Bechard; “Walk Two Moons,” by Sharon Creech; “Adam and Eve and Pinch Me,” by Julie Johnston.

Published
2004

9. Fallout from the E-Book Revolution.

Author

Holley, Bob

Subjects
ELECTRONIC books, ELECTRONIC publishing, PUBLISHING, BOOK industry, OUT-of-print books
Abstract

The author reflects on the implications of the electronic book (e-book) revolution. He says that this revolution will bring radical changes for library vendors and some respected companies may go bankrupt. He questions whether book jobbers will stay in business with the advent of e-books. He also describes the e-book's impact on the out-of-print book market.

Published
2012
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10. Gooale-whacked.

Subjects
LITERATURE & the Internet, OUT-of-print books, PUBLISHING, ELECTRONIC books, COMPUTER network resources
Abstract

The article reports on the online search company Google Inc. and its agreement with U.S. publishers to provide access to copyrighted books. Out-of-print books will be available for a fee either online or through an electronic book reading device. Other topics include memoirs and repackaged classic literature.

Published
2008

11. REPRINT.REPRINT.REPRINT.

Subjects
PUBLISHED reprints, OUT-of-print books, FICTION
Abstract

Reports on the reprint of the book "Ghost Boy,' by Felicity Pulman by Random House in Australia.

Published
2004

12. Google wants to be world's librarian.

Subjects
DEALS, COPYRIGHT & audiovisual education, OUT-of-print books, INTERNET in education
Abstract

The article reports that U.S. District Judge Denny Chin will decide on whether to approve a deal that would allow Google Inc. scan millions of copyrighted and out-of-print books to make them searchable via the Internet and other electronic devices. Google made the deal with the Authors Guild and the Association of American Publishers and has a proposed settlement to resolve copyright claims of authors and publishers and pay legal fees. The opposing views regarding the deal are also discussed.

Published
2009

13. Judge sets deadline for new Google book settlement.

Subjects
OUT-of-print books, DEADLINES, COPYRIGHT of digital media, LEGAL settlement
Abstract

The article reports on the Google book settlement. U.S. District Judge Denny Chin set a November 9, 2009 deadline which gives the company time to revise its landmark deal with authors and publishers. The U.S. Department of Justice questioned the legality of Google's effort to get digital rights to millions of out-of-print books. A renegotiation is underway for the 125 million U.S. dollar settlement which would clear the way for Google to sell access to all out-of-print books.

Published
2009

14. Judge sets Nov. 9 deadline for new Google book deal.

Author

Neumeister, Larry

Subjects
OUT-of-print books, COMMERCIAL arbitration agreements, DEADLINES, FEDERAL courts
Abstract

The article reports that judge Denny Chin has set the deadline on November 9, 2009 for submitting a revised agreement in the battle over Google Inc.'s effort to acquire digital rights to millions of out-of-print books. It mentions that a hearing was held in Manhattan, New York City federal court, which was called by Honorable Chin to set a schedule and define how the case will continue. It further notes that a 125 million dollars arrangement is being renegotiated.

Published
2009

15. Bewitched.

Author

McSweeney, Joyelle

Subjects
OUT-of-print books, POETRY (Literary form)
Abstract

Reviews the book "Recyclopedia: Trimmings, S*PeRM**K*T, and Muse & Drudge," by Harryette Mullen.

Published
2007

16. SHOPTALK.

Author

Wayne, R., Kline, Lisa, Penne, Ron, McDowell, David, Ewy, Jay, and Blair, Susan

Subjects
LETTERS to the editor, BOOK industry, PRINTING presses, COLOR, PUBLISHED reprints, OUT-of-print books, GRAPHIC arts, PERIODICALS
Abstract

Several letters to the editor in response to articles in previous issues including "New Chapter for the Book Market," in the April 2005 issue, "Color Manage the Pressroom," by Joanne Whitcher in March 2005 issue and permission for reprinting of articles from the "Graphic Arts Monthly" are presented.

Published
2005

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