Top 5 Publishing Articles/Blog Posts of the Week 1/12-1/16

number_5_redEvery week, we recommend 5 publishing articles/blog posts that supplement the major news for the week. Whether data or industry commentary, we hope these 5 links will be a simple way to keep you in the know.

Why are publishers so keen on ebook subscription services?

Is there a downside to teaching children to read at a young age?

Do publishers overestimate the importance of social media as a marketing tool?

Apple announced that the release of iOS8 and larger iPhones have driven sales in the iBook store.

Michael Cairns makes his predictions for trends in publishing this year.