E-reader dependent/addicted?

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Just finished up the Stand via combination of audio listening/hardcopy reading. While the audio is convenient I am not the greatest listener, ask my hubby:) I just don’t absorb as well via auditory. Nonetheless, don’t think I would have had the time to revisit this story if it wasn’t for the audio. So I greatly appreciate it.

For certain parts I wanted to have a good grasp, so I went to my hardcover book. Being an e-reader now for years, dealing with the hardcopy made me realize I am SO SPOILED! My eyes are now 30 years older and the font is so hard to see and ,arghh, it cannot be adjusted and need a book light to read in bed! But I’m afraid I’m just too cheap to pay for it again in e form, so limping along with the hardcopy.

Anyone else find themselves e-reader dependent/addicted?
 
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Pep's person said:
Just finished up the Stand via combination of audio listening/hardcopy reading. While the audio is convenient I am not the greatest listener, ask my hubby:) I just don’t absorb as well via auditory. Nonetheless, don’t think I would have had the time to revisit this story if it wasn’t for the audio. So I greatly appreciate it.

For certain parts I wanted to have a good grasp, so I went to my hardcover book. Being an e-reader now for years, dealing with the hardcopy made me realize I am SO SPOILED! My eyes are now 30 years older and the font is so hard to see and ,arghh, it cannot be adjusted and need a book light to read in bed! But I’m afraid I’m just too cheap to pay for it again in e form, so limping along with the hardcopy.

Anyone else find themselves e-reader dependent/addicted?
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I've read the original version of The Stand twice but never the unedited version so I'm ready for a third read. I've only had my kindle for a few months but, like you, I'm already spoiled by it too :) The text is soooooo much easier to read, it can be held easily in one hand, and I love being able to read it anywhere without a reading lamp close by. SK's kindle books are expensive but I think I'll splurge and buy the kindle version of The Stand :)
 
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I recently got a like new copy of the unedited version at a thrift store for a couple of bucks, and re-read it for probably the fifth time. I guess I'm old fashioned, but there's something special to me about curling up with a book and physically turning the pages. I have never had a kindle, so I don't have anything to compare to, though.
 
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I've read the original version of The Stand twice but never the unedited version so I'm ready for a third read. I've only had my kindle for a few months but, like you, I'm already spoiled by it too :) The text is soooooo much easier to read, it can be held easily in one hand, and I love being able to read it anywhere without a reading lamp close by. SK's kindle books are expensive but I think I'll splurge and buy the kindle version of The Stand :)
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I was tempted on several occasions. But since joining SKMB realize I have certain gaps in my SK world. So saving my $ for The Running Man and End of Watch:)
 
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A couple of years ago I decided to make more time for reading, but my schedule just wouldn't permit it. I finally caved and got myself a Samsung tablet and then got the Kindle app. I actually do more reading now with this thing than physical books. I hated "giving up" actual books, but it's till a wonder to me (and Information Technology being my profession) that I can carry around an entire library in this slim piece of plastic. My last physical King book was 11/22/63 received as gift after I had already purchased the e-book. I've been getting e-books of all of King's work since, as well as collections that I'm re-reading: Lovecraft, Poe, Arthur Machen, Shakeseapre, Oscar Wilde, et al. It's not a nuisance anymore to be stuck in a waiting room or in a coffee shop when I can pull out my note and read something. It's also a joy not to have to worry about wearing glasses for reading as well.

I'd say give the e-book some serious consideration depending on your lifestyle, schedule, etc. Oh, and for the record, I also purchased the uncut edition of The Stand, kindle edition. This is the only version anyone should read.
 
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Steffen said:
A couple of years ago I decided to make more time for reading, but my schedule just wouldn't permit it. I finally caved and got myself a Samsung tablet and then got the Kindle app. I actually do more reading now with this thing than physical books. I hated "giving up" actual books, but it's till a wonder to me (and Information Technology being my profession) that I can carry around an entire library in this slim piece of plastic. My last physical King book was 11/22/63 received as gift after I had already purchased the e-book. I've been getting e-books of all of King's work since, as well as collections that I'm re-reading: Lovecraft, Poe, Arthur Machen, Shakeseapre, Oscar Wilde, et al. It's not a nuisance anymore to be stuck in a waiting room or in a coffee shop when I can pull out my note and read something. It's also a joy not to have to worry about wearing glasses for reading as well.

I'd say give the e-book some serious consideration depending on your lifestyle, schedule, etc. Oh, and for the record, I also purchased the uncut edition of The Stand, kindle edition. This is the only version anyone should read.
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I would venture that I read more in general due to my e-reader. In my early days with the reader I had a propensity for the freebies. I finally read Les Mis and A Tale of Two Cities. Those selections, in turn, caused Amazon to suggest a plethora of historical fiction for me. Which I have discovered I love! I am doubtful I would have gotten to them on my own. And a whole new reading world was then open to me!
 
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I have the Kindle app on my pc. I prefer reading from an actual book. Can't do audio books as my mind wanders after 5 minutes. Bought and downloaded Hard Listening months ago and haven't even read Steve's addition to this ebook. I keep forgetting that it's 'there'....
 
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I'm a big fan of e-readers. I got a first gen Kindle after Uncle Stevie gave it a rave review. Upgraded to a Kindle Fire in 2012. I have read books I never would have otherwise. As Pep's Person writes, there are a lot of freebies, books in the public domain, many of which I wouldn't have purchased otherwise. I get my Book Gorilla recs every day and usually get one of the free or < $1.99 book in it every day. And all of these books -- including the complete works of Shakespeare, Poe, Balzac, Voltaire, Dickens, Lovecraft and Wilde -- fit in a 6" wide, slim device.

It also has games :p

I should note that my collection of "real" books is insane and always being added to.
 
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Pep's person said:
I would venture that I read more in general due to my e-reader. In my early days with the reader I had a propensity for the freebies. I finally read Les Mis and A Tale of Two Cities. Those selections, in turn, caused Amazon to suggest a plethora of historical fiction for me. Which I have discovered I love! I am doubtful I would have gotten to them on my own. And a whole new reading world was then open to me!
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Tery said:
I'm a big fan of e-readers. I got a first gen Kindle after Uncle Stevie gave it a rave review. Upgraded to a Kindle Fire in 2012. I have read books I never would have otherwise. As Pep's Person writes, there are a lot of freebies, books in the public domain, many of which I wouldn't have purchased otherwise. I get my Book Gorilla recs every day and usually get one of the free or < $1.99 book in it every day. And all of these books -- including the complete works of Shakespeare, Poe, Balzac, Voltaire, Dickens, Lovecraft and Wilde -- fit in a 6" wide, slim device.

It also has games :p

I should note that my collection of "real" books is insane and always being added to.
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lol... Y'all rediscovered the classics, I discovered "cozy mysteries" which is NOT something I would have bought if they hadn't been free or inexpensive :)
 
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Steffen said:
A couple of years ago I decided to make more time for reading, but my schedule just wouldn't permit it. I finally caved and got myself a Samsung tablet and then got the Kindle app. I actually do more reading now with this thing than physical books. I hated "giving up" actual books, but it's till a wonder to me (and Information Technology being my profession) that I can carry around an entire library in this slim piece of plastic. My last physical King book was 11/22/63 received as gift after I had already purchased the e-book. I've been getting e-books of all of King's work since, as well as collections that I'm re-reading: Lovecraft, Poe, Arthur Machen, Shakeseapre, Oscar Wilde, et al. It's not a nuisance anymore to be stuck in a waiting room or in a coffee shop when I can pull out my note and read something. It's also a joy not to have to worry about wearing glasses for reading as well.

I'd say give the e-book some serious consideration depending on your lifestyle, schedule, etc. Oh, and for the record, I also purchased the uncut edition of The Stand, kindle edition. This is the only version anyone should read.
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Unless you're on jury duty - I was told that up here we are not allowed electronic devices, so for a day of potential jury selection to bring an actual book to fill in your time while waiting.
(I might be going for this soon - in October I believe).
 
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