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Originally Posted by MrSaint

Same format has been in use for the Sony Librie. You can purchase BBeB-based books from here: http://www.timebooktown.jp/Service/

Yes, but what open source tools are available to make your own BBeB-format eBooks?

So far, I see.... 1 - and it's kludgy.

I'm not repurchasing all my eBooks just to get them in what should be an open format. Unless there is a way to convert open formats to BBeB (preferably easy and free), the format simply won't take off - just like another failed Sony format: the Memory Stick.

Sony does not have a good track record in this market so far. They have innovation, but - like Microsoft - they are trying the Embrace/Extend/Usurp method. Too many people (especially early adopters) know that this is a BAD thing for consumers.