Has anyone switch fully to eBook/iPad reading?

love_aud · Post by **love_aud** » 03 Jan 2012, 16:50

I tried to awhile back. But I just can't get into it because many people who get me books know that I just love the smell and the feel of reading a real book. I have a kindle and don't get me wrong I love it and I finish books ten times faster on my Kindle. But I just can't get away from my want of books and one day to have my own library.

sweetpea · Post by **sweetpea** » 08 Jan 2012, 15:38

I have switched to Kindle now. I very rarely buy a paper book any more. The only times I by paperbacks or hardbacks is to give the as gifts.

Doyag · Post by **Doyag** » 10 Jan 2012, 04:19

I love to fill my shelves with actual books. I'd love one day to show my kids all those going-to-be classics-someday books.
I do read from my ipod once in a while, if i'm going to sleep or out somewhere (and i dont have access to the book). other than that, i love having the actual book.

the doctor · Post by **the doctor** » 11 Jan 2012, 23:07

I go a kindle for christmas and love it!
I've barely put it down and have read about 8 books so far.

It's awesome to be able to read all of those bizarre, classic and hard to find books, without waiting for 2 years to be able to borrow them at the library.

The only problem is now I find myself buying all of these awesome books in paperback, just to lend to people!

playpitspark · Post by **playpitspark** » 14 Jan 2012, 12:48

I can't see myself ever giving up real books, I just like the feel of them, I like being able to flick through the pages. I bought a Sony eBook reader about 18 months ago and couldn't get on with it, I think it was too small. So I sold it. However... my mother-in-law (she is 89) was given a Kindle for Christmas (not by me!). I downloaded a load of free books on to it and she sat reading them, over Christmas. [...] I'm now considering buying a Kindle myself - but I still can't see myself ever giving up books.

Trcapro · Post by **Trcapro** » 21 Jan 2012, 19:51

AnnaWins wrote:I'm starting to enjoy the process of getting books on my iPad and reading them instantly. I definitely don't want to stop buying books from my local used book store, but this is getting addicting.

Anybody else venturing more and more into the iPad world?

I don't think I could ever fully switch unless there was no other choice. I like the feel of a book, the sound of pages turning and sometimes even the smell if you can understand that.

Bookwurms · Post by **Bookwurms** » 23 Jan 2012, 18:22

I used to read lots before the computer era back 20 years ago and then I quit and spent all my time on the computer... Until... I got my hands on a Kindle and started reading again one year ago and I've read over a dozen books since then! I love it! My partner has a Kobo Touch and she loves it too.

KirkB · Post by **KirkB** » 03 Mar 2012, 17:44

The only downside to completely giving up the old fashioned archaic paper book is what will you do when the power goes out? Or you don't have a power outlet available? Or, god forbid, you accidentally drop your e-book into the water - I fish, an it has happened on more than one occasion. My wife, who likes to read in the bath, has also had a few mishaps in her time, as can be seen by some of the water damaged books on our bookshelf. I'm all for technology, I have a fish finder and gps in my boat and own an iphone, but sometimes unplugging from everything and just reading a book is the only way to escape.

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shaphat · Post by **shaphat** » 12 Mar 2012, 23:38

Ever since I got my Android Galaxy Tab (the small one), I've been reading there more and more. I do miss actual books a lot, but currently I'm in the process of changing furniture, so I can't buy real books for now. I'm reading ebooks now, to prevent having book withdrawal symptoms XD

primrose777 · Post by **primrose777** » 14 Mar 2012, 05:16

I have never heard of a Nook??? Is it the same as a Kindle?? I would like to try a kindle, but think I would miss the feel of turning pages. Though a backlit book would be handy in those dark corners. I too enjoy arranging my books on the shelves of the bookcase. Sadly I even find myself staring at that bookcase with great pleasure.

artist39 · Post by **artist39** » 16 Mar 2012, 08:27

AnnaWins wrote:I'm starting to enjoy the process of getting books on my iPad and reading them instantly. I definitely don't want to stop buying books from my local used book store, but this is getting addicting.

Anybody else venturing more and more into the iPad world?

I've actually made the transition to Kindle reading and Iphone. I didn't think I'd be able to enjoy reading anymore, but I love it. I love the ease of purchase and being able to read anytime, anywhere!!

LoniJo · Post by **LoniJo** » 12 Jun 2012, 17:39

Since December of last year, I read my Kindle exclusively. I love it! I really like that I can take all of my books with me in 1 small device. It fits in my purse or totebag and quick and easy to turn on and choose my book. I get a lot of my books free through Amazon so I don't spend a lot on then. There are a few authors I'm willing to pay more for their books, but they are still usually a little less than "real" books. I have the Kindle Touch, so it's not backlit. I have a little light that I use for night time reading if I need it.

Bookcase · Post by **Bookcase** » 13 Jun 2012, 18:23

No, books in digital format have their uses and are great for convenience but I doubt they will ever replace paper versions completely.

Barbarabillig · Post by **Barbarabillig** » 18 Jun 2012, 16:44

I have - in the middle of the night I can go to the library over the internet and download an ebook that I want. I read on my smart phone with a kindle and a nook app - it's lit - and I always have the phone with me. It is so convenient and I am really enjoying all these new indie authors. There's a lot of good writers out there we are now meeting.