Lulu allows authors to create eBooks in two formats:
- PDF: This is a file that can be downloaded, opened, and viewed on your computer or tablet using the free Adobe Reader.
- EPUB: This is a standardized electronic publication format that features reflowable text content suitable for use on most eReader devices.
For more information about accessing these types of eBooks, see Download eBooks from the Lulu Marketplace to an iPad or Nook.
Prior to January 15, 2013, a Lulu author may have chosen to apply Digital Rights Management (DRM) protection to their PDF or EPUB. If so, the file must be initially accessed using a registered copy of Adobe Digital Editions (ADE), a free downloadable application that is different from the widely used Adobe Reader.
ADE allows users to authorize up to six devices (PC, laptop, and mobile) on which DRM protected eBooks can be accessed and read. iOS and Android devices require the use of downloadable apps such as the free Bluefire reader to access DRM protected eBooks.
For more information about accessing DRM Protected PDF and EPUB files, see Download eBooks with DRM Protection.
On Which Devices Can I View My eBook?
The table below lists devices that can display eBooks offered in the Lulu Marketplace.
| Reading Device |
EPUB
|
EPUB (Digital Editions)*
|
PDF
|
PDF (Digital Editions)*
|
| Windows PC/PocketPC |
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| Mac OS |
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| Linux OS |
|
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| Nook |
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| Apple iPhone/iPod/iPad |
|
* |
|
* |
| Android |
|
* |
|
* |
| Kindle (Amazon) |
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| Sony Reader |
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| Blackberry Devices |
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| Palm OS PDAs |
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| Cybook Opus |
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| Bebook (Endless Ideas) |
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| Papyrus (Samsung) |
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|
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| Jetbook (Ectaco) |
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| Windows Mobile OS PDAs |
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*Note: iOS and Android devices require the use of downloadable apps such as the free Bluefire reader to access DRM protected eBooks.
Due to continuing changes in the eReader market, this list is not inclusive of all available eReaders. If your eReader is not listed above, please refer to your device documentation for compatible file types.
Additional Information
Download eBooks from the Lulu Marketplace to an iPad or Nook
Frequently Asked Questions about Downloading and Reading eBooks
