The Out of Print eBook jackets are the latest design savvy products from the Brooklyn-based brand that endeavors to enable education through its partnership with Books for Africa. Operating on a one-for-one model, Out of Print showcases iconic book covers on a range of products which began with classic tees almost two and a half years ago.
For this latest venture, Out of Print has set up a Kickstarter page in order to raise the funds necessary to move into the final stages of product development and to cover set up costs.
Enlisting the oldest bookbinder in the US and an MIT mechanical engineer, Out of Print has presented several clever prototypes of the eBook jackets, which will be manufactured for Kindle Fire and iPad. Classic cover art from 10 novels including Lolita, The Great Gatsby and A Clockwork Orange are available for pre-order at the Kickstarter page.
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The Out of Print Ebook Jackets Will Feature Fresh Iconic Novel Covers
Trend Themes
1. Ebook Jackets - Designing unique and clever eBook jackets for popular novels presents an opportunity to provide a physical connection to the ebook world and appeal to those seeking an aesthetic and tactile experience.
2. One-for-one Business Model - Adopting a one-for-one business model as Out of Print does, where for every product sold, a book is donated to a developing country, presents an opportunity to appeal to those looking to make a social impact with their purchasing power.
3. Collaborations with Established Brands - Partnering with established brands in bookbinding and product design present a disruptive opportunity to capitalize on their technical expertise and establish credibility in the design and fashion world.
Industry Implications
1. Publishing - Collaborating with publishing houses to offer pre-orders of the eBook jackets for forthcoming releases could improve brand awareness and establish an audience for future products.
2. Ecommerce - Expanding sales channels to include online marketplaces beyond Out of Print's own website could result in reaching a larger, more diverse audience.
3. Education - Partnering with educational institutions to create custom eBook jackets with the school's name and crest could appeal to alumni, students, and faculty members and establish a strong brand following.