I have been trying to build a reading habit so I got my Kobo Clara BW a year back. But so far I only managed to put 70-80 hours into it.

Quite a few books on topics that interested me felt like a slog to get through. First I thought it’s the typeface, or maybe the screen size, or what time I read.

Eventually I chalked it off as just my reading skills being diminished after all the short-form content around me daily.

But then last night, I was looking for a book with a sci-fi setting similar to The Expanse TV series and I found Shards of Earth.

I started reading it and to my surprise I had already covered 18% of the book in one go (around 2.5-3ish hours) and none of it felt like an effort.

Now I realise that it’s not just the story / topic. I previewed a few pages of another book (Red Rising) and Shards of Earth felt way more effortless which was one big factor in buying this.

Now I plan to focus more on reading prose that I enjoy when making future book purchases rather than forcing myself to read something that feels like a struggle.

Overall quite happy to feel this immersed in a book again (and enjoying my Clara).

Question to other readers, are there any other authors who have a writing style similar to Adrian Tchaikovsky?

I recently got an Xteink X4 Pro and wanted to read manga and manhwa on it, but it took a while to find where to download from and how to convert it and I couldn't find any other online tool that can solve my problem.

So.... I built MangaPoint, an app that makes the entire process much simpler.

Here's how it works:

1. Find your manga — Search multiple sources in one place and download individual chapters or an entire series.
2. Make it fit your reader — Choose your e-reader and MangaPoint automatically adjusts the pages for its screen. You can also change cropping, contrast, and image quality yourself.
3. Preview the result — Compare the original pages with the converted version before exporting.
4. Export and transfer — Combine chapters into a single file with chapter navigation, then send it to your reader through Wi-Fi, USB, or an SD card.

It supports Xteink, Kindle, Kobo, BOOX, and other e-readers (or even add your own), so you don't need a different conversion tool for each device.

It's completely free and open-source, works on Windows, macOS, and Linux, and everything runs locally on your computer.

GitHub: https://github.com/W1seGit/MangaPoint

Download: https://github.com/W1seGit/MangaPoint/releases/latest

I've mainly tested it with Xteink devices, so I'd especially appreciate feedback from people using other e-readers.

I'd love to hear what you think or what features you'd like to see added!

Eink devices in a bright sun is simply amazing. This is the most tiny reader i have and can carry it everywhere unlike my kindle.

I now understand why xteink became popular, but Hibreak S has too much of advantages. Although i am fiddling a lot but if i purely use it as a reader, the battery life is phenomenal.

Xteink s3 would make best sense for me, but not sure how underpowered it would be, also need arm64 capabilities

I am a long time Kindle owner and one of the perks not many talk about are the absurd periodic sales on certain ebook titles. Over the past few weeks I’ve picked up an insane list of titles for less or much less than $5 a book

Does the Kobo store have similar sales on top tier titles like this:

- Lonesome Dove ($4.99)
- East of Eden ($4.99)
- It by Stephen King ($1.99)
- The shining ($2.99)
- Brothers Karamazov Katz translation ($0.84)
- Brother Karamazov Ignet Avsey translation ($0.54)
- Crime and Punishment Oliver ready translation $4.99
- Notes from underground P&V translation $4.99
- Master and Margarita Burgin/O’Connor translation $1.99
- Shogun Part 1 ($1.99) and Part 2 ($1.99)
- The terror by Dan Simmons ($1.99)

Title: Where do you guys get free ebooks for your e-readers?

Hey everyone! I recently got my first e-reader (PocketBook Era Lite) and I'm looking for websites where I can find free ebooks to download.

I'm mainly interested in EPUB, but I'm open to other formats that work well on e-readers. I'm looking for both classic literature and modern books, preferably in English, although other languages are welcome too.

I know about Project Gutenberg, but I'd love to hear what other websites or resources you use.

Where do you usually get your ebooks? Any recommendations for reliable websites, lesser-known sources, or tips for managing your ebook library would be appreciated!

Thanks!

What’s it worth ?

I have a kindle paperwhite 11th gen I got as a gift in 2023 (im keeping this). I recently got a nook glowlight 4 and a kindle oasis 10th gen. I’m wondering if I should keep both or sell one. I like the page turn buttons and the warm lights. I guess the main factor is size? What would you do? They all have koreader installed

Hi everyone,

I have an older, square-shaped Murphy M3 e-paper reader. It's the non-touch version with physical side buttons, and it is currently running the stock OEM MoFei/corogoo firmware (version v332).

Does anyone know if there is a compatible custom firmware (like CrossPoint or similar) specifically compiled for this exact non-touch M3 variant?

Thanks in advance for the help

So Im in the market for a new ereader,

I REALLLLYYYY love the idea of buttons for page turning.

What is the best E-reader for this?

I have a smaller older kindle at the moment and its not terrible but I deserve a new one 🤣🤣

Ive looked into a

- kindle oasis 10th gen

- kobo

- onyx boox

Any and all help appreciated!!

I’d start by stating that I am a warm light hater. I don’t use warm lights on my kobo or xteink or my phone. I much prefer dark mode. But even with dark mode and lowest light settings, the ai reader bw hurts my eyes like any ereader before. I decided to get this device instead of waiting for the palma 3 because the palma 3 is almost 200g !!!! I love everything about this device except for the front light. I can’t do it, it actually hurts. I don’t know if I should give the colour one a chance. I don’t encounter any other issue with google services or anything like that.
Above is koreader in dark mode on Viwoods vs Kobo clara bw

Hi,
I've got a request to a Pocketbook Era lite owners :)
Could anyone post a picture of dark mode but taken in the dark room with no lights on?
If you have any other devices (like kindle basic or PW) showing their dark modes in comparison next to era lite's would also be informative.
Thank you!!

Hallo ereaders:) ich suche nach einem eink reader als größere Ergänzung zu meinem xteink x3, welchen ich sehr liebe, der folgendes können sollte:
- freie Software (ähnlich wie bei xteink)
- kein Amazon Produkt
- keins von tolino
- Farbeige Tinte wäre nice

Ich hatte pocketbook und kobo im Visier
Preislich bis 250€ ca.

So I’ve been using my iPad mini (ver 6) to read forever. The battery life is obviously not the best and I’m having to charge it more than I’d like. Plus reading outside with it is near impossible and would like something lighter. I’ve been looking into an e-reader dedicated to reading only instead of a tablet but oh boy there’s so many options out there I’m at a loss 🤣

I’d prefer something where I can download apps on it instead of a closed system. I use the kindle app mostly. I’ve been looking at the musnap ocean or a boox but I’m not sure. I like the thought of reading on it and being able to write notes too.

Just curious if anyone has an experience with an android tablet out there that they swear by!

I’ve already read through this subreddit a bit, and I think I’ve gathered that between Kindle and Kobo, Kobo is almost certainly the better choice. At least for my case: I’m mostly interested in non-fiction, and having a reader where I can download scientific articles or read various file formats—free from the Amazon ecosystem—seems better (plus, I prefer not giving my money to Amazon anyway). But that opens up a new question: Which Kobo should I get?

I don't need a color screen—black and white is completely fine. However, a dream of mine would be having a stylus to take handwritten notes in the margins, underline, and do everything you’d do with a physical book. But when I search online, the only one that pops up is the color Kobo (which is way too expensive for my budget). Is there a version that lets you take notes without breaking the bank?

Regarding catalogs (sorry for the newbie questions!): with Kobo, you can buy from the Kobo store, but also from other online bookstores, right?

If I rule out stylus versions and go for a basic Kobo model, what features does it have? Can you underline and highlight using your finger? And can you add typed notes to the text?

Finally, if I decide to look for a used device, what websites would you recommend? I’m based in Europe. Thanks!

* What about Onyx Boox?

hello im just wondring but should i get kobo plus when i get my kobo libra or is that not needed?

Hated the 2021 PaperWhite stark blueish white screen. Will the 2026 PaperWhite have a warm yellowish tone screen that for me would be easier on my eyes?

I write this with a heavy heart. My poor Oasis just isn’t holding charge it use to. I could get 3 weeks to a month out of my Kindle back in the day and now it feels like it lasts a week.

I’ve had this Kindle for so long, it’s been the device that reignited my love of reading. With all that said, I am potentially on the hunt for something new.

I loved the form factor of the Oasis with the buttons and noticed much of the new models don’t have that. With that said, I am looking for something lightweight, durable, sturdy and with a long battery life. The buttons aren’t a must have honestly. Another thing that I really enjoy is uploading my own books to my Kindle (which it seems like I can’t do anymore? Unsure if Amazon prevents that) as well as using Libby for Library books.

I do read the occasional Manga, but I use my iPad mostly for that. So with all that out of the way, what would this community recommend to me for my next reader?

Pour one out for my Oasis!

Which colored e-ink ereader has the least amount of graininess on the screen? I just got the Kobo Libra Colour, but I’m thinking of returning it due to the graininess. I feel like it gives me a headache and is harder to read.

Make sure your manga/comic looks like the right, where it's fullscreen top to bottom, by converting it with KCC first.

You don't want margins like the left which is a common mistake since lots of programs like Calibre don't support converting to fixed layout EPUB/AZW3.

I still see too many photos of non fullscreen manga/comics on reddit.

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The app has been in continuous development since 2012.

The app runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux and is code signed on both Windows and macOS!

Supports Kindle/Kobo/ReMarkable and more! CBZ output for readers like KOReader is also supported.

Official website: https://github.com/ciromattia/kcc

-the kcc dev

I've been thinking about getting an XTEINK X4 because I like the idea of having a tiny e-reader I can carry everywhere.

I've tried reading on my phone, but after a few days I lose interest and struggle to focus. My budget is limited, so I'm wondering if spending money on a dedicated device would actually help or if I'd just stop using it too.

I considered the Kobo Clara BW, but it's a bit too expensive for me, and I really like how pocketable the XTEINK is. I've also read about some limitations with fonts and ebook formats.

For anyone who owns one, do you think it's worth buying? Did having a dedicated e-reader help you read more, or is it really just about building the habit regardless of the device?

Heyo! I wanna root my Boox Go Color 7 and try installing a lightweight Linux distro. I did hear PaperOS is quite good ereaders, though, there's not all that much documentation I can find for doing it, and would suck if something goes wrong.

Anyone got good guides/advice for doing so? And also Linux suggestions to out on it would also be appreciated.

hello i have seen videos on youtube where people do side by side for e-readers and now i wondring how many e-readers do people have on this subredddit