Do you prefer E Book or Paper Book

Bowlie · Post by **Bowlie** » 25 Sep 2009, 18:42

chicklit wrote:
Bowlie wrote:
chicklit wrote:I preferred hardcopy books all the way (and I believe I mentioned this before). But I'm so excited to get getting my Kindle tomorrow, so my opinion may change very soon.
I have a Sony Reader, but I want a Kindle too! Let us know how you like it!
I received my Kindle and I absolutely love it! I don't know why I waited so long to buy one. It's great because it's very light. I carry my backpack around with me all the time, and it gets pretty heavy carrying around 2 or 3 books. It uses real ink technology, so it's like reading off of paper rather than like on a screen. Much easier on the eyes. I also love it that I can order my books right off of the Kindle, so having a computer for downloads isn't necessary. Very convenient. Another great perk for the Kindle is that many of the classics are free (or almost free). I've downloaded some of my classic favorites for free. I feel like a walking advertisement for the Kindle. I've been taking it with me to work, and I've been so excited to show it off to my coworkers. A couple had commented now that they see the Kindle for themselves, they want to buy it for family members. I dont' know how happy you're with your Sony Reader, but my Kindle is heaven sent.

I do like my Sony Reader. I got it about 1 1/2 to 2 years ago. It came with 100 Free Classics from their Sony Library. I thought it might expire, but no, it hasn't! We decided on the Reader over the Kindle partially because of the price, but also because of the screen size and the page turning button. The first generation Kindle got somewhat poor reviews on its page turning button. I really like the look of the 2nd generation Kindle. One of my friends got it and I really liked it!

How many free downloads did you get with your Kindle? Do they just offer free downloads every now and then, or did it come with free downloads? The Sony Reader offers free downloads of certain books every month pretty much (although I think the Kindle offers the same books for free download).

chicklit · Post by **chicklit** » 25 Sep 2009, 19:51

Bowlie wrote:
chicklit wrote:
Bowlie wrote: I have a Sony Reader, but I want a Kindle too! Let us know how you like it!
I received my Kindle and I absolutely love it! I don't know why I waited so long to buy one. It's great because it's very light. I carry my backpack around with me all the time, and it gets pretty heavy carrying around 2 or 3 books. It uses real ink technology, so it's like reading off of paper rather than like on a screen. Much easier on the eyes. I also love it that I can order my books right off of the Kindle, so having a computer for downloads isn't necessary. Very convenient. Another great perk for the Kindle is that many of the classics are free (or almost free). I've downloaded some of my classic favorites for free. I feel like a walking advertisement for the Kindle. I've been taking it with me to work, and I've been so excited to show it off to my coworkers. A couple had commented now that they see the Kindle for themselves, they want to buy it for family members. I dont' know how happy you're with your Sony Reader, but my Kindle is heaven sent.
I do like my Sony Reader. I got it about 1 1/2 to 2 years ago. It came with 100 Free Classics from their Sony Library. I thought it might expire, but no, it hasn't! We decided on the Reader over the Kindle partially because of the price, but also because of the screen size and the page turning button. The first generation Kindle got somewhat poor reviews on its page turning button. I really like the look of the 2nd generation Kindle. One of my friends got it and I really liked it!

How many free downloads did you get with your Kindle? Do they just offer free downloads every now and then, or did it come with free downloads? The Sony Reader offers free downloads of certain books every month pretty much (although I think the Kindle offers the same books for free download).

I didn't get any free downloads. The only downloads that I got for free were the classics I downloaded myself. That sounds pretty good about the Sony. Other than some of the classics, I don't think Amazon mentioned free downloads.

Ascion · Post by **Ascion** » 27 Sep 2009, 18:55

I use the app Wattpad when I don't have a book with me, but I definitely prefer real paper books over ebooks - the iPhone hurts my eyes after a while.

Bowlie · Post by **Bowlie** » 27 Sep 2009, 22:20

chicklit wrote: I didn't get any free downloads. The only downloads that I got for free were the classics I downloaded myself. That sounds pretty good about the Sony. Other than some of the classics, I don't think Amazon mentioned free downloads.

You might check every month. I know there was a James Patterson book in the Maximum Ride series that was available for free download on both the Kindle and the Sony Reader. Maybe try to browse the bargain books/free e-books on the Sony site and then look for the book on Amazon for the Kindle. I think most of the free books Sony offers, Amazon offers as well. I could be wrong though!

Traycee · Post by **Traycee** » 02 Oct 2009, 21:02

Paper... i like the feel of a book in my hands, and i love the smell of old books

Moore · Post by **Moore** » 08 Oct 2009, 05:09

It doesn't matter how sophisticated your device is, you can't replace a paper book by an e-one. A paper book gives a special feeling. I don't know how to describe it. You feel it and it gives some emotions.

CollegeGal09 · Post by **CollegeGal09** » 14 Oct 2009, 19:36

I love the feel and the smell of a paper book.

tinyViolin · Post by **tinyViolin** » 19 Oct 2009, 10:27

I travel a lot. A lot a lot. And, where I go, I'm there for at least a month, if not a year.

But it's not permanent, so I can't really settle down where I am and buy a ton of books for the year. Shipping is expensive, books are heavy, and whenever I go somewhere I'm certain to regret not having a certain book with me. And the choices I have to make so I can lug around my suitcase~agonizing!

So I got a Kindle2 and I am in love. THAT kind of love, haha. My kindle can hold sooo much, is easy on the eyes (to read as well), slips right into my bag, and I can read what I want on a whim, wherever I am. That "oh crap I'm not in the mood for this genre anymore but I'm already out" feeling is gone. Don't want to read Sylvia Plath's journals? That's ok! Scroll down and read Hemingway instead!

Orrr...read Sookie Stackhouse without feeling totally ashamed.

I'm so totally over paper. The only thing that bothers me is that there aren't as many books available electronically as on paper. Grr.

andr70 · Post by **andr70** » 22 Oct 2009, 08:48

I'm strongly against e-books!Paper and only paper!

tinyViolin · Post by **tinyViolin** » 22 Oct 2009, 21:49

andr70:
~I'm strongly against e-books!Paper and only paper!~

ebook:

hehehe

darbook · Post by **darbook** » 24 Oct 2009, 02:23

pdf is smaller and i can take it everywhere on my mp3 player !

TTPro · Post by **TTPro** » 27 Oct 2009, 13:33

Definitely paper. My eyes get tired from staring at the computer all day.

Amber098724 · Post by **Amber098724** » 28 Feb 2011, 21:40

Definitely paper.

Fran · Post by **Fran** » 01 Mar 2011, 06:25

Didn't think I would but I have definitely fallen in love with my Kindle (wouldn't part with it for the world) but I will still buy & borrow some books.

Maud Fitch · Post by **Maud Fitch** » 01 Mar 2011, 08:58

The p-books versus e-books debate could rage for many years but I believe they will always run side-by-side. Just the same as printers still sit beside computers. Can we be a truly paperless society?

E-books are compact and hold massive amounts but a downside is the lifespan. At present a good e-reader may last approx 4 years. Or if you lose it, all your books are gone. A good p-book will sit patiently on your shelf waiting for you. For a long, long time. There's no special reader-enjoyment enhancements, just the paper, ink and your imagination.

My comments lean towards p-books but in the end it boils down to the quality of the writing not the delivery device. Whatever mode is used, a good read is a good read!
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