Gupta admits that most bibliophiles in India still read hard copies and many may not even know how to download an e-book. However, digital books are the future, she feels. “They are easy to acquire and more comfortable to read, since you can change font size. Also, you can carry hundreds on a smartphone or an e-reader. In my experience, those who get used to reading e-books rarely go back to print,” says the author, who has self-published six e-books, including To Catch A Falling Star last year.

Self-publishing e-book is also easier than their print counterparts. “You have to learn how to create a good cover, get it thoroughly edited and learn how to format it. There is a learning curve but it’s worth it. I do it myself — paint the cover, edit, format and publish. It is satisfying,” she sums up.

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