Amid all the noise created by the Amazon Big Deals Days event that has seen several Kindle devices selling at heavily discounted prices, here is a Kindle deal at Woot that will let you snag a Kindle Paperwhite at almost throwaway prices. It is the 11th-generation Kindle Paperwhite released in 2021 with 8 GB of storage onboard that is on sale for just 69.99. It also happens … [Read more...] about Refurbed Kindle Paperwhite on Sale at Woot for Just $70
Archives for October 2024
Reese Witherspoon to write thriller with Harlan Coben
Reese Witherspoon is expanding her trailblazing career by co-writing her first thriller novel with Harlan Coben, set for release in fall 2025. Known for her achievements as an Oscar-winning actor, director, and producer, Witherspoon has been a champion for women’s stories through her production company, Hello Sunshine. On her new venture into fiction, she shared, “I’m … [Read more...] about Reese Witherspoon to write thriller with Harlan Coben
First Look at the Onyx Boox Go 6 e-reader
The Onyx Boox Go 6 has been available for purchase for the past month, and this dedicated e-reader has a few compelling points. The brand-new E INK Carta 1300 e-paper display should increase overall performance and page-turn speed. Google Android 111 is the operating system and has full access to the Google Play Store. It is available for $149.99 and comes with a free … [Read more...] about First Look at the Onyx Boox Go 6 e-reader
Amazon has massive deals on Kindle e-readers for Big Prime Day Sale
Amazon is currently running its Big Prime Day two-day sale. They currently have dedicated e-readers available, but Prime Membership is not required. It looks like Amazon is dumping all their remaining stock for old e-readers to make way for new models soon. You can purchase the Kindle Paperwhite Kids for $114.99, a $50 savings. The regular Kindle Paperwhite is on sale, too, … [Read more...] about Amazon has massive deals on Kindle e-readers for Big Prime Day Sale
From Clay tablets to E-Readers: The Evolution of Book Innovation
Long before the first printed books, there were creative individuals who invented clever ways to keep records and tell stories so that future generations would remember and know what life was like during their lifetime. It all started around 3500 BCE with the Mesopotamians, who created clay tablets using a tool called the calamus to make cuneiform markings. These markings … [Read more...] about From Clay tablets to E-Readers: The Evolution of Book Innovation
Want to discover new books? 2024 National Book Awards Finalists are announced
Readers often face extreme challenges in discovering new authors and books. Some websites, such as Goodreads, are often a good avenue, but they are challenging when you want to read a different genre. Some patrol Amazon's bestseller lists, but normally, it's the same authors and books, such as Harry Potter or Colleen Hoover. Book awards are often the best ones since you can … [Read more...] about Want to discover new books? 2024 National Book Awards Finalists are announced
Kindle Scribe price drop just hit the Amazon marketplace
Hey there! Just a heads up: the Kindle Scribe with 64GB of RAM and a 10.3" 300ppi e-paper display is now priced at $384.99 on Amazon, down from its original price of $510.00. That's a whopping $156 in savings! This deal seems to be part of October's Prime Day event, but there's no information on how long the savings will last. The best part is that it comes with a premium pen … [Read more...] about Kindle Scribe price drop just hit the Amazon marketplace
Why did Amazon discontinue the Kindle Matchbook Program?
To drive Kindle book sales, Amazon launched a program in 2013 called Kindle Matchbook. It allowed authors to offer a Kindle ebook version of their work at a significantly reduced price, or even free, for customers who purchased a hardcover or paperback. The Kindle version could be offered to those customers, giving them a digital copy that couldn't be lost or damaged. Major … [Read more...] about Why did Amazon discontinue the Kindle Matchbook Program?
Enjoy Three Months of Audible Subscription For Just $3
Amazon offers the Audible Premium Plus subscription which is one of the best things hardcore audiobook fans can have. It clearly is one of the biggest collections of audiobooks anyone can have. At $14.95 a month, it also is quite reasonably priced as well. Members are also entitled to 1 credit every month which can be used to purchase any audiobook you want. The audiobook you … [Read more...] about Enjoy Three Months of Audible Subscription For Just $3
Libraries are starting to decrease the number of holds on ebooks
Libraries are feeling the pinch of audiobook and ebook lending, especially for the largest branches. This has resulted in dozens of libraries to lower the number of titles a user can make. Earlier in the year, Seattle Public Library lowered the number of holds from 25 to 10. This past week, the Toronto Public Library has lowered the maximum number of holds that a reader can … [Read more...] about Libraries are starting to decrease the number of holds on ebooks
Audible is a book library worth listening to, even for crime junkies
For just $15.00 a month, you can access Audible's complete library of audiobooks and podcasts, which includes over 22 specialized collection sections, 3 Audible original sections, and 4 main categories containing 41 subcategories. The entire library is easy to browse from the main menu. Spending countless hours looking for something to read has always been one of the biggest … [Read more...] about Audible is a book library worth listening to, even for crime junkies
BookFusion has a new E INK Mode
BookFusion is a popular e-reading app for Android and iOS. The company has just added new functionality for their Android offering that has a new E INK mode. The main selling points is the elimination of page-turn animations, a high contrast mode and improved highlights. This all should be excellent for people who use this app on their Boox and other Android e-readers. This … [Read more...] about BookFusion has a new E INK Mode
DIY Raspberry Pi-Based e-Reader Project Named Pi eReader
An e-book reader device can be the best thing to have for anyone hooked on to reading. Making one from scratch can be an even more fulfilling experience, something that is perhaps more applicable to the DIY enthusiasts. One inherent benefit with such a device is that you have complete control over the entire thing, which includes the software side of it. With off-the-shelf … [Read more...] about DIY Raspberry Pi-Based e-Reader Project Named Pi eReader
Get Kindle Paperwhite With Power Adapter and Cover For Free With This Deal
The Kindle Paperwhite is easily one of the best e-book reading devices one can have. Things get even better when Amazon is offering a nice deal on it, as it is at the moment when the Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle is selling for $150. You get the Kindle Paperwhite e-reader along with a black fabric cover, and a power adapter as part of the bundle. This makes it the same … [Read more...] about Get Kindle Paperwhite With Power Adapter and Cover For Free With This Deal