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Harry Potter books now available on Kindle devices

J.K. Rowling's fans have been waiting for her extraordinary series to be available as Kindle books and now, Amazon.co.uk announced that the English-language versions of all seven best-selling and iconic Harry Potter books are now available to read on Kindle devices and any of the free Kindle apps, through an agreement with J.K. Rowling's new website and eBook shop Pottermore.

Facebook fan wins a Focus through Ford’s ‘Win a Car’ competition

Ford’s ‘Win a Car’ competition on its recently launched UK Facebook page generated over 30,000 entries in 48 hours, and was won by Christopher King, 58, from Lincoln.

Gone in a flash with Voyage Privé

The popularity of flash sale websites with limited time offerings have grown dramatically over the last year with the UK’s leading luxury travel club; Voyage Privé witnessing an increase in sales of more than 140% year on year.

Seat dealer ‘tweets’ its customers so well

A switched-on SEAT dealer has harnessed the power of social media to transact almost an entire new car deal exclusively on Twitter.

Sceneric and hybris help Stanley Gibbons win stamp of approval

Since choosing UK-based web consultancy Sceneric and multi-channel commerce software vendor hybris to build its online channel in 2010, Stanley Gibbons has seen a 72% increase in online sales in just under two years, announcing online sales of £4.3m (2010: £2.5m) in its financial results.

Online retailers must plan for 2012 seasonal peaks now

With the sheer volume of seasonal peaks throughout the year, there are numerous opportunities for retailers to up-sell seasonal goods online, but they need to be sure that they are properly prepared and have planned effectively, according to a new report.

Zynga acquires OMGPOP, creators of “Draw Something”

Zynga, the world’s leading provider of social game services, announced it has acquired New York-based social game developer OMGPOP, makers of the popular cultural hit mobile game, Draw Something, and over 35 additional social games.

Trinity Mirror launch "happli" daily deals business

Trinity Mirror is launching "happli", a nationwide daily deals business, focused on attracting and retaining loyal, long-term customers for retailers.

ITV unveils new 24 hour rolling news site

ITV has unveiled its brand new digital news offering which is being rolled out in beta this week.

SWALEC helps to put Welsh rugby fans in the picture

Rugby fans who celebrated Wales’ Grand Slam win at the Millennium Stadium on Saturday can make their mark on the historic occasion thanks to the SWALEC Fan Cam.

5% of top 100 UK e-retailers do not send newsletters

A recent study of the top 100 e-retailers in the UK revealed that many of the nation’s favourite brands are skipping over some of the basics when it comes to email marketing. Surprisingly, 5% of top UK e-retailers do not currently run an email marketing programme.