Why I Love and Hate E-books
I have been an avid reader my entire life. As a young adult, I would sometimes spend several hours a day reading; I’ve often stayed up past my bedtime to finish a good book; and it’s not uncommon for me to take six or seven books on vacation and read them all. I was very intrigued by the Kindle when it was first released, because the thought of having access to multiple books, newspapers, and magazines in one device was extremely attractive. However, I also have a fondness for reading physical books, especially curling up on the couch with a paper and a cup of coffee. During the winter of 2009-2010, when back-to-back blizzards meant no newspaper delivery for a week, I was bemoaning the lack of the newspaper; my husband pointed out I could read it online, but I’ve tried it and I just don’t enjoy it. Recently, I’ve been diving into the Laws of Success books, and they have been truly enlightening.
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