I've always been a big fan of books, and like most folks, my choice of reading material changes over time. You know, fazes of romance, horror, mystery, history, etc., etc. I love books. But, over time, books can multiply and in a smaller home they use up valuable space. I give books away regularly, my least favorites that is...and still run out of room for my "library." There are some books that I cannot part with. Like my Grand Island history books, my classics, signed copies, and favs from years ago. So, when I heard about the Kindle, I thought, "why not check it out?"
Kindle? It's just an e-reader. But it's awesome. Holds about 1700 books, and lets you subscribe to newspapers, magazines...(yes, I get the Reader's Digest on mine!,) and is so slim and portable. 'Bout the size of a paperback book, easy to operate, and technically so very cool.
Amazon offers loads of free books to try on the Kindle, and I have. It's really expanded my range of books in the short time I've had it. Even best sellers are less expensive on the Kindle. (Books are getting very pricey!!) I've read books I probably would not have read if I had to go to the bookstore. Recent ones have included: "The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society," "The Graveyard Book," "The House of Night" series, and Kearney native, Stephen Lawhead's trilogy; "Hood, Scarlett, and Tuck." Note: Stephen's going to be in Kearney June 8, 2009 for a book signing at the Kearney Library.
So...Grandma has really grabbed a hold of the latest technology. I'm in the know, current, cool. As long as my 14 year old granddaughter is around to help me out, I can stay completely up to date. Peace out.
Thursday, June 4, 2009
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