To Kindle or not to Kindle?

Paperwhite you cannot access audio books you can with an Oasis which is a lot more expensive.

Sorry Floradora I forgot to reply - thanks for pointing that out. I hadn't realised, but I have BBC Sounds on my phone and I'm happy with that for now.
I'm so pleased with my new Kindle and I've already downloaded lots of samples. I'll take out a free trial for Kindle Unlimited too, when I get the time!

I prefer real books. I occasionally use my Kindle but it's not useful for books with illustrations, etc.

Lovey Kindle. I would definitely recommend.

I have a Kindle with several books in it. But since my move 4.5 years ago haven't used it. I like holding a book also found out what I was born with in 2022 now I understand why when using my Kindle set my startle reflex off and my limbs stiffen . I thought I lost my grip that's why it always ended up on the floor.

I have the Oasis because I convinced myself I needed all the features like page turn buttons, waterproof etc. I really like it and have some books on the go on that (especially lighter funny books to replace social media scrolling habit) and some paper books. I like that I can highlight sections in my professional books and then effectively email myself the edited highlights of the book.

Do not forget 'Project Guttenberg'. www.gutenberg.org/[ as a resource for electronic books.

An absolutely invaluable source if you want to read rare or classic books. It is a FREE resource. As all the books are ones out of copyright they include all the great 19th century classic authors, like Jane Austen, Charlotte Bronte and Charles Dickens, but also Conan Doyle (Sherlock), A A Milne (Winnie the Pooh) and Louisa Alcott (Little Women).

You can download directly onto a Kindle.

I have given my kindle away to my granddaughter. I rarely used it and much prefer a book. I can use my tablet or phone if I want to access an ebook.

Jackaranda

Sorry Floradora I forgot to reply - thanks for pointing that out. I hadn't realised, but I have BBC Sounds on my phone and I'm happy with that for now.
I'm so pleased with my new Kindle and I've already downloaded lots of samples. I'll take out a free trial for Kindle Unlimited too, when I get the time!

Did you know if you have any Alexa device she will read the books on your kindle for you . I listen at night and choose books that are a good story but nothing that needs real attention all the time . I find Joanna Trollop's books great for this . I like her voice reaing though she will get the odd word wrond like " read " but in the past tense. I set a sleep timer by just asking for one and find it great in the night if I cannot sleep .

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I do still read ‘proper’ books, mostly from charity shops, but I do love my Kindle. If not for that, there are books I’d never have bothered with - the very hefty ‘fat’ ones that are too heavy and awkward to read in bed - which is where I do much of my reading.

A Suitable Boy, and a couple of the longer Russian classics fall within that category.

Plus of course it means I don’t have to take at least 4 books to last me for a week’s holiday! Especially relevant when going hand-baggage only.

It isn't either or, its horses for courses.

I have a Kindle which is quite old but I love it. It has a built in light on a little stalk; part of its leather cover and running from the kindles battery. It is great for reading in bed without disturbing DH. I think this is better for the eyes than an illuminated screen. Kindle is certainly the answer for travelling.

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Jackaranda

Sorry Floradora I forgot to reply - thanks for pointing that out. I hadn't realised, but I have BBC Sounds on my phone and I'm happy with that for now.
I'm so pleased with my new Kindle and I've already downloaded lots of samples. I'll take out a free trial for Kindle Unlimited too, when I get the time!

Did you know if you have any Alexa device she will read the books on your kindle for you . I listen at night and choose books that are a good story but nothing that needs real attention all the time . I find Joanna Trollop's books great for this . I like her voice reaing though she will get the odd word wrond like " read " but in the past tense. I set a sleep timer by just asking for one and find it great in the night if I cannot sleep .

Thank you so much for that tip, re Alexa. I never knew. Everyday is a school day.