Infographics
Infographics and charts about ebooks, digital publishing, and the future of books.
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Free Ink is the open e-reader project that gives you back control and privacy
Most modern e-readers lock you into one specific shop. Free Ink takes a different path, letting you drag and drop any EPUB file straight over Wi-Fi without an account.
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US vs European university admissions compared
Planning to study overseas means navigating a maze of academic rules and cultural habits. What works for getting into a college in the USA will probably fail in Europe. Here is what you need to understand about the two systems.
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Four reading patterns that explain how people scan web pages
When was the last time you read every single word on a website? I bet it was a long time ago. People do not read on digital screens the same way they read physical paper books.
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Is the age of reading over?
In a world full of fast digital distractions, the ability to read long texts is turning into a rare skill. The Atlantic claims the age of reading is finished, but could this decline actually give a massive advantage to the few who still read?
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Top US universities in 2024, plus postgraduate 10-year salary
Here are the top 25 colleges in America in 2024, according to Forbes, together with their respective median postgraduate 10-year salary.
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Which countries publish the most books (infographic)
A new infographic shows top countries by region, based on the number of registered ISBNs.
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A ranking of US states according to the number of public schools per capita
Only two states, Montana and South Dakota, have more than 30 public schools per 10,000 students.
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A cool guide to Marvel character comic book debuts (infographic)
Check out a handy visual that lists the first comic book appearances of 101 Marvel characters.
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Nearly half of Americans didn’t read a book last year
46% of Americans were book-free in 2023, while 11% read 20 books or more.
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The 50 best universities in the United States in 2024 (ranking)
Take a look at the chart that lists the best colleges based on a 19-point system including peer assessment, graduation rates, and faculty resources.
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Audiobook listening in 2023, according to Spotify
Spotify’s announcement of the introduction of audiobooks in the U.S. comes with an infographic about audiobook listening habits.
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The current book reading habits in the U.S. (survey and infographic)
According to the poll, the average U.S. adult reads as many as 8 books a month. That would make 96 books a year!
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Britannica has released Encyclopedia Infographica – a perfect bookish gift this holiday season
The Encyclopedia Infographica is a visually appealing encyclopedia that uses infographics, maps, and charts to present information on a wide range of topics.
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Three easy ways to recycle your old books (and why you should)
Recycling books helps reduce our environmental impact by reducing the demand for new trees to be cut down for paper production.
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Which size should I choose for my book? (infographic)
The infographic from the Book Designer gives a brief look at the standard book sizes that are common in the publishing industry.
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Vintage library charts the AI should be trained on
The charts developed in the 1930s, and used to train librarians and teachers, explain how to process information and come up with relevant answers.
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A detailed guide to the parts of the book (infographic)
The infographic from The Book Designer blog accompanies a complete guide that will help you understand the parts of the well-designed book.
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How are book lovers described across Europe (infographic)
Here is a handy overview of how book lovers are called in almost any language spoken in Europe.
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The timeline of libraries to the 21st century (infographic)
The infographic from PressReader guides us through the milestones in the development of libraries since 7th century BCE to the 21st century.
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Children who read books are happier and more active (study)
The poll conducted by OnePoll reveals that 91% of children aged 5-12 who are avid readers are happier than those who don’t (36%).
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Which U.S. states ban the most books? (infographic)
Texas is the state with the most book bans by far. It’s followed by Florida and Missouri.
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Innovations in books from the movable type to artificial intelligence (infographic)
The infographic created by Codemotion takes a look at the evolution of books and publishing through the milestone innovations.
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Women writers honored by the National Book Award (infographic)
The infographic lists women writers that are National Book Award winners and finalists in nonfiction categories.
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22% of Americans have low literacy skills (chart)
Nearly a quarter of Americans have difficulty completing tasks that require comparing and contrasting information, paraphrasing, or making low-level inferences.