Definition: Pressbooks, LLC is an online bookstore and publishing platform that specializes in e-books created by authors from universities and colleges around the world. The company was founded by John C. McCurry, who later became President and CEO. In Pressbooks, users can purchase books through a website or app, as well as download them directly to their devices. The company operates a variety of platforms, including its own bookstore, which is available for all universities around the world. Some common features of the platform include: - Access to hundreds of thousands of original and licensed e-books from some of the world's leading authors - A community of book lovers who share their knowledge and expertise with one another - The ability to purchase books from various publishers, including presses like Amazon, Penguin Random House, and HarperCollins - The option for users to download their own e-books directly to their devices - The ability to create a personalized reading plan based on their interests and needs