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The Good Web Guide for Book Lovers

by Susan Osborne

Book Details

Publisher:The Good Web Guide Ltd
Published:2003
Pages:148
Format:BOOK
Language:en

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About This Book

The birth of the internet heralded several theories about the demise of the book and of reading in general. Contrary to this, books are thriving on the internet and the author recommends the best websites to cut your searching time. This guide includes information on: the best internet bookshops, both small and large; rare and specialist bookshops; book clubs; literary magazines; reading group resources; author and fan websites and publisher's own websites; websites for budding writers to develo

Our Review

This essential digital roadmap for bibliophiles transforms aimless online wandering into purposeful literary discovery, offering curated recommendations for everything from major internet bookstores to specialized rare book dealers. Susan Osborne expertly organizes the vast ecosystem of literary websites into accessible categories including reading group resources, author fan sites, literary magazines, and publishers' digital homes. The guide serves as both time-saving tool and discovery engine, helping readers efficiently navigate the thriving world of books online rather than getting lost in endless search results. Osborne demonstrates how the internet has become books' natural ally rather than their predicted downfall.

What distinguishes this guide is its balanced coverage of both mainstream destinations and hidden literary gems, ensuring readers discover both popular author websites and niche resources for aspiring writers. The carefully selected recommendations feel like personal suggestions from a well-read friend who understands different reading preferences and literary pursuits. For anyone who regularly searches for book recommendations, author interviews, or writing inspiration, this compilation eliminates digital guesswork while expanding literary horizons. It's the kind of reference that book lovers will keep within easy reach whenever they venture online.

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