The Publica.la Blog
Guides, case studies, market insights, and product updates for the digital publishing industry.
A More Focused and Accessible Reader
The reader gets accessible fonts for EPUB, a unified panel layout that keeps you focused on the content, and a broad wave of stability and accessibility improvements.
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Why University Presses Need a D2C Channel in 2026
University presses sell only 1-3% of their titles direct to consumers. With Open Access mandates accelerating, Amazon margins shrinking, and reader data locked behind intermediaries, 2026 is the year to build a D2C channel. Here is the strategic case — and what moving from 1% to 5-10% D2C would mean for a typical press.
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MercadoPago Wallet now available in Chile and Mexico
Your readers in Chile and Mexico can now pay with MercadoPago — a fast, familiar checkout experience for millions of users.
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Format Badge Display Options
Replace text labels on ebook covers with a clean book icon. A new setting lets you choose between text and icon display for format badges.
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Offline Reading for Library Patrons: Solving the Connectivity Gap
Digital lending programs that require constant internet access exclude the patrons who need library services most. This post examines why offline reading capability is essential for equitable digital library access, how it works technically, and what institutions should prioritize when evaluating platforms.
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University Libraries Going Digital: Budget Justification Guide
University librarians know digital transformation is essential, but securing budget approval requires speaking the language of administrators and provosts. This guide provides the frameworks, metrics, and arguments academic librarians need to build a compelling business case for digital lending investment.
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Simultaneous Lending vs One-Copy-One-User: Which Model Works Better?
Libraries face a fundamental choice in how they lend ebooks: simultaneous lending lets multiple patrons read the same title at once, while one-copy-one-user mimics physical book scarcity. This post compares both models on cost, patron satisfaction, publisher relations, and catalog utilization to help institutions choose the right approach.
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Metered Access vs Perpetual Licensing: Which ELending Model Wins in 2026?
The economics of library ebook licensing are shifting. Metered access models charge per checkout, while perpetual licenses offer unlimited use for a higher upfront cost. This post breaks down the real-world economics, hidden costs, and strategic implications of each model to help libraries make smarter licensing decisions.
Read moreDigital Edition Formats for Magazines: PDF Replica vs HTML5 vs EPUB
Choosing the right digital format shapes how readers experience your magazine. Compare PDF replica, HTML5, and EPUB to find the best fit for your publication's goals, audience, and workflow.
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Mobile-First Library Apps: Why Patron Experience Matters
Library patrons overwhelmingly access digital collections from mobile devices, yet many library platforms still offer desktop-first experiences. This post explores why mobile-first design is essential for patron engagement, how poor mobile UX drives abandonment, and what libraries should demand from their digital lending platforms.
Read moreWhy Publishers Lose Revenue to Marketplaces — And What to Do About It
Marketplace commissions are just the beginning. Publishers who depend on platforms like Amazon are losing revenue, reader relationships, and pricing power every day. Here's the case for building a direct channel.
Read moreHow to Launch Your Digital Bookstore in 7 Days (Without a Tech Team)
You don't need developers, a big budget, or months of work to sell digital books directly to your readers. Here's the step-by-step guide to launching your own branded digital bookstore.
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