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I Think I'm Changing My Mind

While I doubt my love of paperback novels will ever die, I'm slowly reconsidering my stance on e-book readers. Just a few weeks ago I was all "I can't see myself ever owning one!". Now I'm thinking I might not have a choice. While most of the books I want to read are available at the local bookstore, there are some that are available only in e-book format.

This stinks. Mostly because I love paperbacks. First, they're perfect bathtub companions. Second, they fit perfectly into my hands and don't make my arms ache with muscle strain when I hold them. They also travel well in my purse.

E-book readers, on the other hand, scare me for a number of reasons.
  1. They're expensive.
  2. They probably shouldn't be read anywhere near a bathtub.
  3. Also, what about sand? I like to read at the beach, not swim. Unless it's really hot. Then I do both, just not at the same time.
  4. While one may fit in my purse, just how well would it travel?
    Could I break it? Paperbacks are durable. And cheaper to replace.

Yet, as I said earlier, there are books out there that I want to read that simply aren't available in print format. The only thing that keeps me from adding a e-book reader to my wishlist is the hope that the books I'm interested in will eventually make it into print.

Because, while I don't mind reading an occasional book on my laptop, it's not exactly the most ideal reading experience.
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  1. Tammy Jones12:40 PM

    We're on exactly the same page - other than I don't read in the tub, I'm a shower kinda gal. It seems that ePublishing is gaining momentum and, to read it with any regularity, an eReader is the only reasonable solution. But, like you said, there are concerns.

    I hope you figure out what's best for you. {{huggs}}

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  2. Sherri2:53 PM

    I'm in the same boat.

    Hubby does the CES show here in Vegas every year. I'm holding out till the next one and hoping he can get me this one: http://www.theezreader.com/

    I won't ever give up my paper books completely so I guess I'm a bit of a hybrid, LOL

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  3. Anonymous4:20 PM

    IMHO the only thing ereaders have is that when you go travelling, instead of taking 5 books with you, you just take one.

    But you know what? I don't mind leaving my paperback on the lounge chair while I go for a dip, but sure as heck not leaving the $$$$ ebook reader sitting around.

    I'm all for paper.

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