Tuesday, August 27, 2002
eBooks you can actually afford
Posted by Jason Dunn in "CONTENT" @ 04:54 PM
http://www.pocketpcmagic.com/about.html
Since eBooks first burst onto the scene, most of us have been complaining about the cost: if it's electronic, how come they're so expensive? Why doesn't anyone release cheap eBooks that are still valuable? Well, someone has been listening, and we have what we've been asking for. Topical, useful, and cheap eBooks that are a no-brainer to buy. No painful DRM5 restrictions, no sky-high price tags, and no cheap marketing fluff packaged as an eBook. And the list below is just the beginning - he looks like he'll be a busy guy, with four new books already slated for a September release. If you want to learn more about your Pocket PC, or have a friend who just got one and needs some good 101 training, point them to the links below. These aren't books that an expert user will need or want - but if you're new to the Pocket PC, these look like excellent resources for you.
• Dreamy Themes: "Today Themes. Have you always wanted to change the look of your Pocket PC? Ever want to learn how to make your own custom themes, or find sites that have themes? In the eBook we show you how! This is the most detailed resource available!" Cost: $5.95 (affiliate link).
• Instant Messaging for the Pocket PC: "Instant Messaging for the Pocket PC. AOL, MSN, ICQ....are all very popular for talking with coworkers and friends. Now learn about each one, where to get them, how to use them and more with the *most* comprehensive resource on Instant messaging for the Pocket PC!" Cost: $5.95 (affiliate link).
• Word Up: "Pocket Word for the Pocket PC. This is the most comprehensive resource on how to get the most out of Pocket Word for the Pocket PC. From tips and tricks, conversion caveats, to using 3rd party applications, to step-by-step guides, this guide is what you've been looking for if you use Microsoft Word, a Pocket PC and Pocket Word!" Cost: $6.95 (affiliate link)
And be sure to check out his wickedly funny pocket parodies.
Since eBooks first burst onto the scene, most of us have been complaining about the cost: if it's electronic, how come they're so expensive? Why doesn't anyone release cheap eBooks that are still valuable? Well, someone has been listening, and we have what we've been asking for. Topical, useful, and cheap eBooks that are a no-brainer to buy. No painful DRM5 restrictions, no sky-high price tags, and no cheap marketing fluff packaged as an eBook. And the list below is just the beginning - he looks like he'll be a busy guy, with four new books already slated for a September release. If you want to learn more about your Pocket PC, or have a friend who just got one and needs some good 101 training, point them to the links below. These aren't books that an expert user will need or want - but if you're new to the Pocket PC, these look like excellent resources for you.
• Dreamy Themes: "Today Themes. Have you always wanted to change the look of your Pocket PC? Ever want to learn how to make your own custom themes, or find sites that have themes? In the eBook we show you how! This is the most detailed resource available!" Cost: $5.95 (affiliate link).
• Instant Messaging for the Pocket PC: "Instant Messaging for the Pocket PC. AOL, MSN, ICQ....are all very popular for talking with coworkers and friends. Now learn about each one, where to get them, how to use them and more with the *most* comprehensive resource on Instant messaging for the Pocket PC!" Cost: $5.95 (affiliate link).
• Word Up: "Pocket Word for the Pocket PC. This is the most comprehensive resource on how to get the most out of Pocket Word for the Pocket PC. From tips and tricks, conversion caveats, to using 3rd party applications, to step-by-step guides, this guide is what you've been looking for if you use Microsoft Word, a Pocket PC and Pocket Word!" Cost: $6.95 (affiliate link)
And be sure to check out his wickedly funny pocket parodies.
