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Damage-Resistant Books

These Waterproof Books are Perfect to Bring to the Beach or Read in the Tub

— June 17, 2015 — Art & Design
Jasper Jensen has launched a Kickstarter campaign to help fund the process of creating waterproof books. Jensen has created a line of books called 'Biblobath' that cannot be damaged by any liquid. The books are made with synthetic paper that allow users to read great books without worrying about ruining the paper with water.

The Kickstarter campaign will allow Jensen to create a line of books containing written work from Mark Twain, Shakespeare and W. B. Yeats. These books filled with short stories, poetry and plays will allow readers to unplug from technology and simply enjoy a classic piece of literature.

These waterproof books are the perfect companion for unwinding in the bathtub or relaxing on the beach with. The ultimate goal is to continue and expand the works published with Bibliobath.
Trend Themes
1. Waterproof Books - Creating waterproof books provides an opportunity for disruption in the publishing industry by offering a durable and versatile reading experience.
2. Unplugging From Technology - The demand for books that provide an escape from technology presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the entertainment and leisure industry.
3. Expanding Classic Literature - Expanding the collection of classic literature published in waterproof format creates disruptive opportunities in the literary and book publishing industry.
Industry Implications
1. Publishing - The publishing industry can benefit from the disruptive innovation of waterproof books, offering a new product that caters to consumer needs and preferences.
2. Entertainment and Leisure - The entertainment and leisure industry can tap into the demand for books that offer an unplugged experience, providing opportunities for disruptive innovation in leisure activities.
3. Literature and Book Publishing - The introduction of waterproof books expands the market for classic literature, disrupting the traditional book publishing industry by offering a unique reading experience.
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