In this web content summary, the author starts by sharing some surprising statistics about reading habits in America, such as the fact that 46% of Americans did not finish a book last year. They also highlight the different formats in which people read, with e-books attracting the most readers. The author then discusses the issues with Goodreads, stating that it has been broken for years and that we all deserve better. They also mention a lawsuit against OpenAI and Microsoft for plagiarism and the growing lawsuits against book banners. The author then mentions some unique and clever content such as a children’s book adaptation of “Alien” and the idea of having a credits section for books. They end by sharing the top bestsellers in different categories, discussing recent blog posts, and recommending a piece about the history of whaling in Nantucket.
https://nathanbransford.com/blog/2024/01/46-of-americans-didnt-read-a-book-in-2023-this-week-in-books