Your Opinion: iSilo PDBs on the way out? - Page 2

johnnaryry · 10-31-2006, 01:38 PM

iSilo does support DRM. It can be password protected and access via beaming or bluetooth can be blocked. Also, files can be set to expire after predetermined interval.

doctorow · 11-01-2006, 05:02 AM

john, it's true you can somewhat protect iSilo files like with a password, but they are not DRM-protected in the sense that their content is cryptologically secured... so it would be an easy game for crackers to play with.

Steven Lyle Jordan · 11-01-2006, 06:46 AM

I wasn't planning to apply DRM anyway.

johnnaryry · 11-01-2006, 12:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Steve Jordan

On my e-book site, I sell my books in multiple formats, including PDB for eReader, and a seperate PDB for iSilo (among others). I've just noticed that, after a year, I have sold NO iSilo PDB e-books at all!

Now, I know that I'm not exactly selling to thousands here (or even hundreds... or even... well, never mind

), but should I consider this a trend? Are there fewer iSilo readers out there now? Are other formats winning out? Should I drop the iSilo PDB in favor of another format?

Opinions are requested.

Actually I just bought one on your books in the iSilo format. Great site and this looks to be an interesting read!

--ryan

Steven Lyle Jordan · 11-01-2006, 12:08 PM

Well, that's it for this no-hitter!

BTW, thanks for buying, and I hope you pick up many more (and tell your friends!). And be sure to let me know if there's anything unusual about the iSilo version that I need to address.

Steven Lyle Jordan · 11-16-2006, 04:33 PM

Okay, as there are no more comments here, I have made a decision on future formats that I think will be a good one:

Beginning <whenever I get round to it>, I will be releasing my e-books in formats for eReader/unformatted PDB, iSilo, Mobipocket, and MS Reader. I will drop the Adobe Reader PDF format, and replace it with Rich Text Format.

Making RTF available will mean anyone interested can use that to create any preferred format (including PDF) that I have not provided, with their own software. Although I have made a few PDF sales, I am also aware that most people, including computer novices, have the software and know-how to convert a document into PDF, and can use the RTF file with minimum instructions.

I am also aware that, although many e-readers read PDF files, every one seems to have a slightly different optimum sizing for its screen. Therefore, allowing the consumer to convert from RTF to PDF allows them to size the PDF to their preference.

I do plan to re-release my existing novels in RTF format as well, and will start with this before I release any new novels.

For the record, I am continuing to evaluate other formats for future use (such as OEBPS), and will make adjustments as the market dictates.

NatCh · 11-16-2006, 04:34 PM

Bravo, Steve, bravo!

Steven Lyle Jordan · 11-16-2006, 04:42 PM

Ten coo.

NatCh · 11-16-2006, 05:10 PM

javelkoom

Bob Russell · 11-16-2006, 06:15 PM

Hey guys, I think there's something wrong with your keyboards. Better check it out. ;-)

But as far as your format choices, I think that's great!!

So that will bring up another question from your fans -- If we have purchased books from you in previous versions, as I have, is it possible to get the rtf version now also without repurchasing them?

Steven Lyle Jordan · 11-17-2006, 10:46 AM

Bob,
I'll be glad to send an RTF version of any novels you've purchased, if you're interested... and that goes for everyone who's bought my books (and yes, I've kept track of who's bought what). All they have to do is ask. When I make the transition, I'll make that clear on the website, and I will probably directly e-mail anyone who's bought a title as well.

Bob Russell · 11-17-2006, 11:16 AM

That's very generous of you, Steve. Will PM you with my email address!

Steven Lyle Jordan · 11-19-2006, 08:31 PM

FYI, everyone, the RTFs have been added to my site. As I indicated above, if you've already purchased a book, but would like to try the RTF file instead, e-mail me and I'll be glad to send you a free RTF copy of the book you ordered.

I wouldn't just delete the old copies yet, though. I've been able to perform only a limited test of these RTF files, and although they seem to work fine on PC and Mac versions of Word, I have not tried them yet on other e-doc converters (and hope to get relevant feedback on that score from a few sources).

RWood · 11-27-2006, 04:46 PM

I picked up a copy of "Lambs Hide, Tigers Seek" in RTF and it loaded easily on the Sony Reader. However, due to their still evolving software, the first two pages on the Reader were blank (the copy of the cover and a blank page.)

Steven Lyle Jordan · 11-27-2006, 06:53 PM

Oh, man... that bites! And that's a great cover, too! I'm gonna give Sony a piece of my mind!...

11-16-2006, 04:33 PM	#21
Steven Lyle Jordan Grand Sorcerer Posts: 8,478 Karma: 5171130 Join Date: Jan 2006 Device: none	Decision Made! Okay, as there are no more comments here, I have made a decision on future formats that I think will be a good one: Beginning <whenever I get round to it>, I will be releasing my e-books in formats for eReader/unformatted PDB, iSilo, Mobipocket, and MS Reader. I will drop the Adobe Reader PDF format, and replace it with Rich Text Format. Making RTF available will mean anyone interested can use that to create any preferred format (including PDF) that I have not provided, with their own software. Although I have made a few PDF sales, I am also aware that most people, including computer novices, have the software and know-how to convert a document into PDF, and can use the RTF file with minimum instructions. I am also aware that, although many e-readers read PDF files, every one seems to have a slightly different optimum sizing for its screen. Therefore, allowing the consumer to convert from RTF to PDF allows them to size the PDF to their preference. I do plan to re-release my existing novels in RTF format as well, and will start with this before I release any new novels. For the record, I am continuing to evaluate other formats for future use (such as OEBPS), and will make adjustments as the market dictates.

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10-31-2006, 01:38 PM	#16
johnnaryry Connoisseur Posts: 84 Karma: 194 Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Lexington KY, USA Device: 64GB Apple iPad 3 WiFi, 32GB Apple iPhone 4S	iSilo does support DRM. It can be password protected and access via beaming or bluetooth can be blocked. Also, files can be set to expire after predetermined interval.

11-01-2006, 05:02 AM	#17
doctorow Guru Posts: 914 Karma: 3410461 Join Date: May 2004 Device: Kindle Touch	john, it's true you can somewhat protect iSilo files like with a password, but they are not DRM-protected in the sense that their content is cryptologically secured... so it would be an easy game for crackers to play with.

11-01-2006, 06:46 AM	#18
Steven Lyle Jordan Grand Sorcerer Posts: 8,478 Karma: 5171130 Join Date: Jan 2006 Device: none	I wasn't planning to apply DRM anyway.

11-01-2006, 12:08 PM	#20
Steven Lyle Jordan Grand Sorcerer Posts: 8,478 Karma: 5171130 Join Date: Jan 2006 Device: none	Well, that's it for this no-hitter! BTW, thanks for buying, and I hope you pick up many more (and tell your friends!). And be sure to let me know if there's anything unusual about the iSilo version that I need to address.

11-16-2006, 04:34 PM	#22
NatCh Gizmologist Posts: 11,615 Karma: 929550 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Republic of Texas Embassy at Jackson, TN Device: Pocketbook Touch HD3	Bravo, Steve, bravo!

11-16-2006, 04:42 PM	#23
Steven Lyle Jordan Grand Sorcerer Posts: 8,478 Karma: 5171130 Join Date: Jan 2006 Device: none	Ten coo.

11-16-2006, 05:10 PM	#24
NatCh Gizmologist Posts: 11,615 Karma: 929550 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Republic of Texas Embassy at Jackson, TN Device: Pocketbook Touch HD3	javelkoom

11-16-2006, 06:15 PM	#25
Bob Russell Recovering Gadget Addict Posts: 5,381 Karma: 676161 Join Date: May 2004 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Device: iPad	Hey guys, I think there's something wrong with your keyboards. Better check it out. ;-) But as far as your format choices, I think that's great!! So that will bring up another question from your fans -- If we have purchased books from you in previous versions, as I have, is it possible to get the rtf version now also without repurchasing them?

11-17-2006, 10:46 AM	#26
Steven Lyle Jordan Grand Sorcerer Posts: 8,478 Karma: 5171130 Join Date: Jan 2006 Device: none	Bob, I'll be glad to send an RTF version of any novels you've purchased, if you're interested... and that goes for everyone who's bought my books (and yes, I've kept track of who's bought what). All they have to do is ask. When I make the transition, I'll make that clear on the website, and I will probably directly e-mail anyone who's bought a title as well.

11-17-2006, 11:16 AM	#27
Bob Russell Recovering Gadget Addict Posts: 5,381 Karma: 676161 Join Date: May 2004 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Device: iPad	That's very generous of you, Steve. Will PM you with my email address!

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11-19-2006, 08:31 PM	#28
Steven Lyle Jordan Grand Sorcerer Posts: 8,478 Karma: 5171130 Join Date: Jan 2006 Device: none	FYI, everyone, the RTFs have been added to my site. As I indicated above, if you've already purchased a book, but would like to try the RTF file instead, e-mail me and I'll be glad to send you a free RTF copy of the book you ordered. I wouldn't just delete the old copies yet, though. I've been able to perform only a limited test of these RTF files, and although they seem to work fine on PC and Mac versions of Word, I have not tried them yet on other e-doc converters (and hope to get relevant feedback on that score from a few sources).

11-27-2006, 04:46 PM	#29
RWood Technogeezer Posts: 7,233 Karma: 1601464 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Virginia, USA Device: Sony PRS-500	I picked up a copy of "Lambs Hide, Tigers Seek" in RTF and it loaded easily on the Sony Reader. However, due to their still evolving software, the first two pages on the Reader were blank (the copy of the cover and a blank page.)

11-27-2006, 06:53 PM	#30
Steven Lyle Jordan Grand Sorcerer Posts: 8,478 Karma: 5171130 Join Date: Jan 2006 Device: none	Oh, man... that bites! And that's a great cover, too! I'm gonna give Sony a piece of my mind!...