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EBooks and other multimedia files. EPUB stands for “electronic publication.” An EPUB file is actually an archive file consisting of XHTML files that carry your content. Based on HTML and CSS, EPUB is free, open-source, and open standard. Created and certified by the International Digital Publishing Forum (IDPF) in 2007, EPUB is the most widely supported vendor-independent eBook format. Simply put, more eBook readers can read EPUB than any other format in the world. EPUB 3.2 was released in 2019 — the most recent update, as of this writing. The Book Industry Study Group has endorsed EPUB 3 as the format of choice for eBooks worldwide. Have you ever read an eBook that was a pain to read? (And I’m not talking about James Joyce’s Ulysses.) If you found yourself constantly resizing the text and layout of your e-reader, you probably weren’t reading an EPUB. EPUB files automatically adjust to the size of your device — be it a smartphone, tablet, laptop, or e-reader — so that you have a great reading experience. This is called “reflowable,” and it’s pretty great. EPUB files are: Reflowable Resizable Fixed-layout Good for highlighting, bookmarking, and even changing background colors Friendly with inline raster and vector images Able to contain DRM as an optional layer Used by virtually all eBook readers Is EPUB better than MOBI? Yes, EPUB is better than MOBI in most circumstances. Now that Amazon has converted to using EPUB files, there is no need to use the MOBI. Amazon now accepts EPUBs on its marketplace but converts EPUB to their own AZW3 file during upload. What Are the Pros and Cons of Using EPUB? Pros for using EPUB files: EPUB files are open source. When compared to other eBook formats, EPUBs are just easy (both to create and edit). Virtually all publishers accept EPUB books on their marketplaces. Virtually all eBook readers open EPUBs, including the Nook, Android devices, Apple Books, Sony Reader, Adobe Digital Editions, and so many more. With the ability to highlight, resize, and bookmark, EPUBs are very reader-friendly. You can easily add multimedia to EPUB files, like tutorial videos, illustrations, and just about anything else you can think of. Since it’s based on HTML, it’s highly adaptable. If you’re using Google Docs, you can download your doc as an EPUB — unlike MOBI/AZW3. Evan large docs can be downloaded as EPUBs — unlike PDFs. Cons of

Using EPUB files: Digital rights management (DRM) protection is an optional layer in EPUBs, meaning this anti-piracy functionality is only present in some EPUBs, not all. When Should I Use EPUB? You should use EPUB as your primary choice whenever you want to publish an eBook. Virtually all publishers accept EPUB eBooks, and they’re very author-friendly and reader-friendly. Even Amazon accepts EPUB eBooks. However, they immediately convert them to their own file format: AZW3 or KPF (the newest versions of the file format previously known as MOBI). This may mess with your eBook’s formatting. Most of the time, this doesn’t happen, but that’s why it’s important to review formatting when you upload your book to KDP. If you’re publishing with Amazon’s Kindle Direct Publishing, use Kindle Create to make your eBook into a KPF so you can ensure your eBook looks exactly like you want it on a Kindle device. You can also sideload EPUB books onto your Kindle, which is great for delivering free reader magnets to your readers, or to deliver ARC copies. Read more about that in this article. Is EPUB or PDF better? EPUB is better than PDF for eBooks. PDFs may be better for printing and possibly graphically detailed eBooks such as children's books or comic books, but EPUBs are designed to be reflowable, resizable, and reader-friendly. PDFs are not really designed to be read as eBooks, unless you're using a larger eReader such as the Kindle Scribe or the Remarkable. What Is Sideloading? Sideloading means transferring a file from one device to another, similar to “uploading” and “downloading”. This transfer may occur over WiFi, Bluetooth, or by a USB drive or app. Sideloading can be associated with pirating books and other media because it’s done without purchasing the book directly from a platform. However, authors often use sideloading to distribute advanced reader copies (ARCs) before their book is publicly available for purchase. MOBI files used to be necessary for sideloading. Now you can do it with the EPUB file. You should be able to connect your Kindle device to your computer over your WiFi network, then drag and drop your files from your computer onto your Kindle. Even easier — you can download a number of EPUB sideloading apps, such as Amazon’s Send to Kindle app, to drag and drop files from anywhere onto your Kindle device. EPUB Format Advantages and Limitations How to

Download free books that are excellent for personal readingand also for group Bible studies.Books AvailableThe following titles by Watchman Nee and Witness Lee and published by Living Stream Ministry are available for free electronic download in 38 languages. These books progress from basic to intermediate to advanced topics, making them a perfect guide for your study of the Bible.Basic Elements of the Christian Life, volumes 1–3Explaining the basic principles and practices for the proper Christian life. (W. Lee & W. Nee)The All-Inclusive ChristA study of signs, types and figures of Christ in the Old Testament in a guided exposition of the book of Deuteronomy. (W. Lee)The Economy of GodThe central revelation of the Bible beginning with the mingling of God with man in the human spirit. (W. Lee)The Knowledge of LifeKnowing eternal life and the divine life of God and how to mature as a Christian. (W. Lee)The Glorious ChurchGod’s desire to have His church and an illustration of the church that He desires. (W. Nee)To download these books as PDFs or as EPUBs,please click below to go to a page on Living Stream Ministry’s website.