Monday: Chat about the future of reading

Times technology reporters David Sarno (at left) and Alex Pham (center) and book critic David Ulin (right) talk about the evolution of the book and what it might mean for reading in a special Pacific Time podcast.

They'll continue that discussion with Times readers in a live chat at 1 p.m. Monday.

The chat will take place in the gray box below. Join us to ask questions and share your thoughts about technology and reading.

Photos: David Sarno, Alex Pham, David Ulin. Credit: Los Angeles Times

Comments

[Bob]

A very informative discussion. I also found this to add in relation to the progress that has been proposed: http://tinyurl.com/3876v74

Perhaps, it is not too late to reverse what has been labeled an era of inaction in the world of literature. Literacy is not being eliminated at a fast enough pace. There is still much to be done. In the meantime, we must take this opportunity to begin cleaning our own bookshelves. There is entirely too much trash on the market. Publishers must narrow their catalogues and use more discretion when choosing their artists. The days of pushing out dozens of dime novels for a steady recenue are over.