Here’s a good news for the e-book readers! Rumors are abuzz that J. K. Rowling is “actively considering” the release of Harry Potter e-books. Tej Kohli celebrity Scoops blog brings you the complete report.
After seeing the magic e-books have brought about in the publishing world, J.K. Rowling is launching Harry Potter at the newest platform since 9 ¾ – the digital platform. This could be a major leap in the e-books arena, and bring Ms. Rowling, the second wealthiest woman in entertainment after Oprah Winfrey, another colossal windfall.
Rowling, who has declined any e-book deals in the past, hinted that she’s likely to release digital versions of her bestselling books soon, making Harry Potter and his world of wizardry available on iPads and Kindles.
“The e-book format is now something that is being actively considered,” Ms. Rowling’s agent confirmed over the weekend.
“The move would revolutionize the electronic market whilst adding to Rowling’s already impressive net worth,” said Tej Kohli. At present, Rowling’s fortune is estimated at £620 million (more than $1 billion USD). The e-books could net her another £100 million.
“I wouldn’t be too surprised if the rights for the e-books are sold for £100million,” Ms. Thomson told UK media. “Experts believe the move could revolutionize the world of electronic publishing, triggering rocketing sales of e-book readers such as the Kindle and the iPad.”
Rowling is very protective of her novels and the move to e-books signals a sea change in her attitudes, and a boon to the e-book industry, Claire Squires, director of Stirling University’s centre for international publishing and communication, told the Scottish paper, the Scotsman.
“It is akin to the Beatles allowing their music to be launched on iTunes,” she said.
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