5 Must-Have Features of An Online Book Store
The days of going to a book store and intruding the shelves to get your desired book is a rare activity now. E-books are taking over and business owners now focus on the creation of an online book store. The global online book market is expected to grow at an annual growth rate of 5.8% from 2020 to 2027.
There are many online book stores available that promise affordable prices, but end up charging extra for shipping. This is not so with our online Bengali book store in Kolkata named Online College Street. Our website has an astounding collection of books available at minimal prices and huge discounts. Let us look into some of the must-have features that every online bookshop ought to have-
Broad collection- A great eBook experience begins with a broad collection of available eBooks, both installed and ready to read, and those that can be sourced. Apart from the typical categorization based on the genre, there are certain other features to look at such as eBook status, be it their availability, delivery status, or order status if the order is in progress or completed.
Supportive format- The evolving needs of the reader arise due to the different types of devices they use to read their favourite copies. Therefore, it becomes inevitable for online stores to support all formats. Conversion from one format to the preferred format is an excellent way to rope in as many readers as possible.
Reader-friendly interface- To build a successful online store, a user-friendly design is crucial. The interface has to build a design suiting the reader’s needs enabling a smooth and effortless experience while reading books on mobile and other devices. Most of the interactions used in the real world are based on paper books; therefore, it becomes significant to repurpose them. Most of the online stores including our online Bengali book store in Kolkata adopt a well-designed reader interface.
Social media integrations- Eventually, all online stores have to take into account the role of social media in our lives. Earlier, books were recommended by word of mouth or people reading together at book clubs, but modern apps that offer integration with social networks make it easier than ever to connect with others online.
About us
Hi, I’m Kriti Jha, a blogger and the owner of one of the leading online bookshops in India with an experience of more than 15 years.
