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Date Posted: 13:36:51 06/21/12 Thu
Author: Cece
Subject: Cathy, because there's no backlighting (on the Nook and Kobo at least), an e-reader doesn't give you eye strain. It's like reading a book, with the added advantage of being able to change the size and style of the font. It isn't like using a computer or i pad which really can be hard on the eyes. But if you aren't travelling much, or don't have to carry books with you, you don't really need an e-reader. (inside)
In reply to: Cathy F. 's message, "I think I want a Kindle because all I would use it for is reading. But, I can buy books so cheaply at the ued book store in town that I haven't really have been able to justify the cost. Plus I like the feel of a book in my hands. I also worry about eye strain with a Kindle or Nook. I read about 5 books a week. I'm an avid reader. I carry a book where every I go. I read in the grocery line, bank line etc." on 11:05:10 06/21/12 Thu

One thing I like to do is read while lying down in bed on my side, and a book can sometimes be cumbersome holding it sideways. With my Kobo, I can just hold it sideways, and don't have to worry about the weight of the book, particularly if the book is fat and/or hard cover. Am I making sense? My bottom line though, is to pay full price for new books from living authors, (whether by hard copy or e reader)because they deserve to be paid for the fruits of their labour.

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