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@article{171745,
        author = {DR.V.VIJAYA REKA and DR.V.THAMIL SELVI},
        title = {Rethinking the Book: The Rise of Digital Literature and its Implications for the Evolution of the Written Word},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {11},
        number = {8},
        pages = {896-903},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=171745},
        abstract = {The rise of digital literature signifies a transformative shift in storytelling, driven by technological advancements that have redefined how literature is consumed and interacted with. This paper explores the evolution of digital literature from the advent of the internet to the proliferation of e-books, audiobooks, and online literary platforms. It highlights the emergence of diverse storytelling forms, such as hypertext fiction and multimedia narratives that challenge traditional literary conventions and encourage reader engagement. The growth of social media platforms has further revolutionized narrative sharing, allowing for real-time interaction and collective storytelling through hashtags and influencer culture. While digital literature democratizes publishing and broadens access to diverse voices, it also presents challenges, including oversaturation of content and the commercialization of creativity. Ultimately, this study underscores the implications of digital literature for authors and readers, emphasizing a participatory literary culture that blurs the lines between creators and consumers. As digital platforms continue to evolve, they hold the potential to reshape storytelling and cultural expression in profound ways.},
        keywords = {digital, literature, storytelling, platforms, diverse, culture, rise, signifies, transformative},
        month = {January},
        }