At least not entirely. In fact, they compliment each other in many different ways, and each have their own uses and possibilities. The biggest mistake a publisher can make today is to choose one over the other. In todays digitally connected world a smart publisher will utilize both formats to succeed. The Internet will soon be at almost everyones fingertips on a global scale and with the tremendous changes taking place within the book publishing industry, it s entirely conceivable.
Books are still the champion and best selling items on the Internet.
There are far more advantages for todays independent publishers than ever before, so it really only boils down to hard work, determination, a little imagination, marketing, and promotion. OEB is an Open eBook Standardization Organization. This organization is made up of many different individuals and entities to decide on a standard for publishing ebooks that will accommodate all concerned in the ebook publishing business. This standard will mean publishers can publish books in one format that will be compatible with all electronic reading devices. However, this does not mean it is the BEST format to publish in.