Ebook or paper book?

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I really enjoy reading on my nook rather than on a book. Love how you don't have to switch on the light at night to read, and it is easy on the eyes.
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In my opinion, I prefer reading a paper book. I enjoy holding a physical book rather than holding a thin kindle, awkwardly in my hands. I am very weird when it comes to writing in my books as well. I like highlighting, underlining, and writing in the margins on the pages. With an Ebook, it's harder for me to do that and isn't personalized to my liking. Another plus is how beautiful a physical book looks on a shelf :D
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They both have their place in my life. I love the feel of a real book, and being able to take a peek at the end! But at night, in bed, the ebook is better as I can see and don't need the light on to read.
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I prefer paper book since I dont have a kindle. That's much better than carrying your laptop around always

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I prefer paper book since I dont have a kindle. That's much better than carrying your laptop around always
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Definetly prefer a traditional book to reading an eBook. Ebooks don't give you the same comfort as a paper books. Only use ebooks if I am on the go.
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for me it doesnt matter ,what i want is book to read!!!
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Post by ferfie5 »

I personally do enjoy my kindle. I am able to download many books at once and I like not having to worry about where I am going to put the books until I get to them or possibly get the chance to reread. I also love that I can sample a few chapters of the book before I purchase it. And at the same time I like curling up with a book. Many times I will visit my library just to borrow a book and is great for when a book is too expensive to purchase
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I have a kindle, but I still prefer a paper book to an e book. :lol:
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kaylahar6 wrote:I have a kindle, but I still prefer a paper book to an e book. :lol:
E Book and Paper book both have their own class. I prefer paper book but if that is not available then kindle is also fine.
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I love my kindle, but paper books are better. :D
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An article I just read says that the vast majority of Americans prefer paper books still! I do as well, but am now hooked to the lower prices of ebooks and the space I save. I've written a book that is available in both paper and electronic formats, and the ebook just started outselling the paper about a year ago. I think a lot of people are begrudgingly making the shift. The tough economy might be a contributing factor. Less money and space.
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I would have to say paper paper paper. Although I have used ebooks solely for work purposes or academic readings.
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I very much prefer to read real books. There is just something that can't be duplicated about curling up with a cup of tea and a good book on a nasty day. It would make my life so much easier if I made the switch, but I just can't do it. I've moved to different continents, and I brought over 15 books with me in my suitcases. I hiked on the AT, and I lugged several books a thousand miles in my backpack. I admit that they are convenient and a much more portable alternative, but I'm just happy with my paperbacks.
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Post by jjthemanjunaid »

m an old-fashioned kind of girl. When I write, I sit down with a pen and paper. When I read, it's nice to be able to smell an old paperback. I love that. I must say, though, my Kindle has made reading easier. It's so compact and easy to bring while traveling. I love that I can finish a book and immediately start another without having to go to the library or go to my book shelf. I also love the plethora of free e-books available. It's definitely opened my eyes to books I never would have read before. I've read some great free books thanks to Amazon...
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E-book friend... i think is the best way to learn more books in few amount.. :mrgreen:
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