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April 17, 2023
Ninth Annual Rakuten Kobo Emerging Writer Prize Shortlist Announced
18 of Canada’s most compelling debut books have been selected in three genres: Nonfiction, Literary Fiction and Speculative FictionAPRIL 17, 2023 - Rakuten Kobo, in search of the best books written by debut Canadian authors, today announced the shortlist for its ninth annual Kobo Emerging Writer Prize. The...
April 05, 2023
Think bigger with Rakuten Kobo’s latest eReader Kobo Elipsa 2E
With eco-conscious materials, an upgraded note-taking experience and equipped with the redesigned Kobo Stylus 2, Kobo Elipsa 2E is built for big thinkers to read, write and ideate, all on one deviceEditor's Note: media assets here Toronto, ON – April 5, 2023 – Rakuten Kobo announces Kobo Elipsa...
April 05, 2023
Rakuten Kobo expands digital reading offering in the US and UK with Kobo Plus, the all-you-can-read and listen subscription
US and UK readers can now fit books into more parts of their day with read and listen subscription options for a low monthly feeTORONTO – April 5, 2023 – Leading digital reading retailer and publisher Rakuten Kobo announces the US and UK launches of Kobo Plus, the...
February 06, 2023
Ninth Annual Rakuten Kobo Emerging Writer Prize Now Open for Submissions
Award showcases Canadian debut authors, with the chance to win $10,000 CAD per category, plus marketing support for the three winning books.Toronto, ON – February 6, 2023 – Rakuten Kobo, the global eBook and audiobook retailer, today announced it is accepting submissions for its ninth annual Rakuten...
November 15, 2022
The 2022 Rakuten Kobo Book Report: Digital Reading in a Post-COVID World
A look at how Canadians read this year: TikTok recommendations on the rise, travel on the mind and inspiration from TV TORONTO – November 15, 2022 – Rakuten Kobo announces the results of its annual Kobo Book Report, sharing the latest Canadian trends and notable reading habits...
November 15, 2022
Rakuten Kobo’s all-you-can-read subscription, Kobo Plus, expands to audiobooks in Canada
Canadians can now fit books into more parts of the day with read, listen, and read and listen subscription options TORONTO – November 15, 2022 – Rakuten Kobo expands its Kobo Plus subscription service in Canada, now offering unlimited access to Kobo Audiobooks in the catalogue for a...
September 01, 2022
Rakuten Kobo introduces a more eco-conscious way to read and listen with Kobo Clara 2E
Promising to use certified recycled materials in new eReader devices moving forward, Rakuten Kobo takes pivotal step in commitment to sustainability Made with an 85 per cent recycled plastic exterior—including 10 per cent ocean-bound plastic—Kobo Clara 2E is waterproof and includes increased storage, Bluetooth® wireless technology Editor's Note...
June 29, 2022
Italy’s first e-commerce hub for publishing products expands its eBook and audiobook offerings with Rakuten Kobo
Italy’s first e-commerce hub for publishing products expands its eBook and audiobook offerings with Rakuten Kobo.
June 23, 2022
2022 Rakuten Kobo Emerging Writer Prize Winners Announced
Canada’s best debut books in Nonfiction, Literary Fiction, and Romance have been chosen TORONTO, ON – June 23, 2022 - Today, Rakuten Kobo announced the winners of its eighth annual Emerging Writer Prize, adding three new Canadian authors to its growing list of celebrated writers. Debut authors in...
April 22, 2022
Rakuten Kobo offsets carbon emissions while supporting local First Nations in community-led sustainable forest and marine management
Toronto, ON – April 22, 2022: Leading digital bookseller Rakuten Kobo proudly announces its partnership with the Great Bear Forest Carbon Project, to support First Nations communities in British Columbia while confronting the urgent issue of climate change. Through the Great Bear Forest Carbon Project, Rakuten Kobo will...
