Do you prefer E Book or Paper Book

Letitia30 · Post by **Letitia30** » 24 Jun 2009, 18:20

For the most part, I prefer paperback. I like to read when I am in bed or lounging on the sofa.
I find electronic books are good for computer usage type things. But, I don't think I will ever buy a Kindle.

Kitten · Post by **Kitten** » 26 Jun 2009, 14:19

Definately paper, my favourite summer activity is sitting with a book and a glass of wine in the sunshine, I could do it all day...Can you see an ebook reader well in the sun? I've never used one.

Seems so far paper is winning, you have to wonder if the same will be true in 50 years.

Rhianna · Post by **Rhianna** » 01 Jul 2009, 14:12

I will have to say paper. I rather carry a book around than a lab top.

VictoriaTwead · Post by **VictoriaTwead** » 04 Jul 2009, 14:14

Paper every time, but I believe the Kindle2 is really becoming popular. People say you can read it anywhere, even outside in the sun. I don't know because I've never even seen one.

Anyone own a Kindle?

jaytuk · Post by **jaytuk** » 09 Jul 2009, 15:18

Paper all the way! But those kindles look like they will eventually get me.

VictoriaTwead · Post by **VictoriaTwead** » 09 Jul 2009, 15:53

So, who can tell persuade me that the Kindle is the best thing since sliced bread?

lietoanangel · Post by **lietoanangel** » 12 Jul 2009, 14:32

you don't always need an ebook reader. As for which, I enjoy both. As long as the story is good.

OnlineBIZ · Post by **OnlineBIZ** » 13 Jul 2009, 16:54

it depends... but paper books mostly.

iphonefan · Post by **iphonefan** » 17 Jul 2009, 10:11

I like paperbooks. I feel every book I've read. Ebooks are featureless.

kennyg · Post by **kennyg** » 18 Jul 2009, 01:29

I don't have preferences over here. As long it's a good book, never mind whether it is digital or printed, it will be as entertaining as ever.

Banana · Post by **Banana** » 24 Jul 2009, 05:59

I like paper, although you can't read them in the dark...

liquidgraph · Post by **liquidgraph** » 27 Jul 2009, 23:56

I certainy prefer ebook readers, they are much cheaper, can always be recieved immediately online, never sabotaged, and you can hold 100 vooks in the palm of your hand.

shubh · Post by **shubh** » 28 Jul 2009, 22:19

Both modes are equally good and have their own importance. Personally, I like paper books that give me unique feeling of reading. E-books are useful if someone needs latest information. E-book give us more options to select.

riceball05 · Post by **riceball05** » 01 Aug 2009, 08:58

I had an eBook before and wouldn't mind getting a new one. There is something great about having an actual book in your hands but I did find some benefits to the eBook. One them was reading without a light, and also after I saw the thickness of the book that I had read on it I was happy I didn't have to carry it around.

Bowlie · Post by **Bowlie** » 04 Aug 2009, 15:23

I have a Sony Reader and really enjoy it. There are both advantages and disadvantages to it.

Advantages:
*Easier to travel with -- can take multiple books on a vacation and it doesn't take up any space in your luggage
*You can read easier while you eat or do other things because you don't have to hold the book open (my husband likes to read it while he shaves)
*Better for people with allergies -- less accumulation of dust (I definitely have this problem. I love my paper books, but they do get dusty)
*Privacy -- No one can see what you're reading, so you can read whatever questionable book you want!

Disadvantages:
*It takes getting used to not reading a paper book
*You can't read while a plane is taking off or landing
*If you have only one reader and are traveling, your significant other or someone else will often ask if they can use it when you want to!

*There is always the chance of it getting broken or stolen -- that's a way more expensive loss than a paper book for the most part

I have to say that I read my fair share of paper books, but I also use my reader quite a bit. I would say that e-book readers are INVALUABLE while traveling. I have left books in hotels because I didn't want to carry around the bulk after I finish reading them. It also gives you less space in your luggage when you carry multiple books with you. If you travel a lot, I would definitely recommend getting one just to lighten your load.