With modern technology, content conversion may seem like a non-issue. A task like converting a Word document to a PDF or a PDF to an ePub is something that you can do with just a couple clicks, right? Well, it’s not exactly that simple. Accessibility Not Guaranteed Just because content fits a format, doesn’t mean […]
What Do Publishers Need to Know About Accessibility?
Accessibility has often been an afterthought in print publishing. The accessible formats of the print era, such as braille and large print, required additional considerations and separate printings. This meant that, for a long time, readers with print disabilities had a very limited pool of books to choose from. And the books that were available […]
3 Reasons Why You Should Choose ePub Over PDF
You’ve finished the content for your eBook and you’re ready to publish. It’s time to plan your digital release. Where will you release it? And, more importantly, in what format will you release it? Whether you’re doing a simultaneous print release or staying strictly digital, here are three reasons to consider choosing the ePub 3 […]
Where to Start with eBook Accessibility
Why is eBook Accessibility Important? From a business standpoint, eBook accessibility is a pretty easy concept to follow. More people who are able to read your eBook means a larger audience. And a larger audience, in theory, means more sales. But eBook Accessibility is not just a box you can check or leave unchecked. […]
What is Section 508?
Section 508, part of the Rehabilitation Act, applies to the accessibility of electronic information technologies (EIT). It pertains specifically to EIT utilized or managed by federal organizations. Simply put, compliant websites or applications will provide users and employees who have a disability with all of the same information and access as users and employees who […]
What’s the Difference Between an eBook and an ePub?
First off, What’s an eBook? The term eBook is short for electronic book. The term refers to any book that is accessed on a digital device. That device could be an eBook reader, a mobile phone, a computer, or even a screen reader. eBooks come in a variety of different types—including the ePub type. Think […]