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Developing a new file format for E-readers that supports special languages

Is it possible to develop a new file format that supports special languages like Persian? (and other right to left formats). I've read following content: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/E-book
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Word count of ebooks (acsm)

Is there any way to extract a word count from .acsm (with DRM) eBooks? I can only view them in Adobe Digital Editions and this doesn't have a word count feature.
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Kindle cover image

I was wondering about the book cover image used for KDP. Amazon documentation only mentions the minimum required resolution of the pictures. So, I assume: I should upload the best quality picture that I have available Amazon themselves will handle…
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Screen Rendering only 2/3 of eBook - Troubleshooting Ideas?

I like my Kindle DX. Yesterday, I turned it on and found it like this. It's fully charged and I reset it but it didn't help. I chatted with Amazon and they provided 'service fee replacement' option with which I can buy Paperwhite at reduced…
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Epub read-along, Highlighting is not working

My fixed-layout read-along book is validated finally. I tested it on the Ipad. Everything looks fine, The audio is working fine. However, there is no word highlighting. I put this code in the CSS file and the content.opf file. …
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The value following "version" in the XML declaration must be a quoted string

The xml string is the same on all the pages (.xhtml files) Here is an example: I…
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How to mark up tales and poems using epub:type?

The epub:type attribute provides 5 values for the content of an e-book: volume, part, chapter, subchapter and division. I wonder which one is best to use in books which are composed entirely of independent tales or poems.
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How do I get my sideloaded books to appear in the Books section?

I have some DRM-free books that I purchased before acquiring my Kindle Fire. When I sideload them on to the device, they end up under the Documents menu instead of in with the other books. How can I get them to go in the right spot in the…
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How do I transfer my kindle collection to my new computer

I have just bought a new computer all the books I have bought since using it are on my kindle and new computer My problemis I want the books that are on my old computer transferred to my new computer I assumed I could use my cloud but it does not…
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Can I float an image to the top or the bottom of the screen?

Is there a way to create floating images for Kindle (or for any eBook format) that float up to the top or down to the bottom of the screen/page? I have a written children's book for my daughter, with some illustrations. I'd like to make a Kindle…
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Can I use a Youtube still image in my ebook

Here is another copyright question. Can I use a still image (which I will further modify, such as convert to black/white and apply filters from graphic software) from a standard youtube licensed video in my ebook? Can I use a CC licensed image? The…
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How do I get permission to use pictures in my ebook?

My first ebook contains a few historic pictures that are not marked for commercial re-use. a) What should I do to get permission to use the pictures? b) What price is appropriate? c) Sometimes I can not find out who the owner of the rights on the…
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What settings are the most energy efficient on a Nook Color?

I have seen some touch screen readers that have a gray on black background scheme that helps to reduce the power consumption and increase battery life. But those settings do not really exist on the Nook Color that I can find. What setting is more…
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What options do I have for reading eBooks on an Android tablet?

I have recently purchased an Asus Nexus 7 (2013) and would like to use it for reading. To that end, I have had a look through many of the various applications touting themselves as "eBook readers" on the Google Play store and come across the usuals…
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When will the Sony PRS-T3 be available in the US?

In the fall, I saw several reviews of the Sony PRS-T3. I've noticed the device is for sale in England and Australia, but the US Sony Store does not list it. Will the PRS-T3 be sold in the US and when will it be available?
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