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By: Counting My Pennies » Kindle Update

Counting My Pennies » Kindle Update — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 10:02:54 +0000

[...] Megan | April 7, 2009 I’ve had my Kindle for a little over three months now, so I decided it was time for an update. In short, I love it. I have the original version of [...]

By: Mrs. Accountability

Mrs. Accountability — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 23:51:06 +0000

I am very curious about the Kindle. I probably won’t ever buy one and I really don’t have much time for reading books. But, I wish I did, and I think I would like one from the description!

By: Megan

Megan — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 18:05:34 +0000

Amelia, that’s a good point about the Metro and not one I had thought about. I’m not too worried, mainly because when I’m riding the metro, it’s during rush hour, so it’s not just me and some creep who happens to follow me, but rather me and eight hundred other people who would like to trample each other on the way home. I’m not sure if it’s true or not, but I’m a fan of the idea of safety in numbers.

I also love PaperBackSwap, and am working through my list of books to read so I can swap more. I have gotten some really great keeper books through PBS though – big books of photos and stuff. So I’m not sure how well it helps declutter!

By: Healthy Amelia

Healthy Amelia — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 21:52:31 +0000

I am patiently awaiting my Kindle as we speak. It was backordered by the time my husband ordered it for me. So now, instead of being a holiday gift, it will be a VERY generous Valentines gift. I also ordered one for my mom for her birthday (later this month). It probably won’t arrive in time but I know she’s going to LOVE it.

I am excited about it for many reasons, not the least of which is the whole clutter issue. I love books but struggle to keep them under control. I don’t normally buy them new anymore (I love paperbacksswap.com), I still have too many to store well. This will solve that issue for me. I also carry a book everywhere I go, so the small size/shape is a bonus, for sure.

Are you worried about using such a pricy piece of equipment on the Metro? I wonder if people are getting bonked on the head for Kindles like with iPods some time ago… I wouldn’t be worried on the actual train but someone could follow. Be careful!

By: Fabulously Broke

Fabulously Broke — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 17:36:00 +0000

I think I'd want one. I want to try and get rid of as many books as possible. I'm going to take a look at it and the range of available e-books now.. Fabulously Broke in the City Just a Girl trying to find a balance between being a Shopaholic and a Saver

By: Corrie @ "Cents"able Momma

Corrie @ "Cents"able Momma — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:52:31 +0000

I like to read my books several times, so I like to own a copy. I looked at the Sony Reader about a year or so ago, because I thought that it would save some space for storing books too. But, I still haven’t purchased one because of the cost.

By: SP

SP — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 15:50:35 +0000

I don’t think I’ll get a kindle any time soon (I’ve really lapsed on my reading!), but I know what you mean about libraries. I’ve always ended up with late fees too!

By: Charlotte Durham

Charlotte Durham — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 15:43:21 +0000

I’m glad to hear more about Kindle. I’ve been curious. I love that “new book smell” but in this economy I’ve been unable to justify $30 every time a favorite author publishes a new book. So maybe I’m a candidate. Meanwhile, I found http://www.bookins.com and I’ve LOVED every trade I’ve made there. I like that they arrange the trade and stand behind each one; other sites I looked at left it up to the traders to resolve any disputes. The website is beautiful and I encourage you to take a look (www.bookins.com/index.php?p1=1c_0cq0cA). They also trade DVDs, which also has worked well, but I love finding new homes for books! It’s the ultimate recycling project!