Kindle...read

I've always wanted to be what I call a "reader" - someone that, well, reads lots of books. Not necessarily great works of literature, but those aren't out of the question. I want to read a wide variety of books - biographies, historical, YA, series and just fun novels - fun ways of learning new things and even expanding a vocabulary (one of my many reasons for wanting to read).

So recently, in pursuit of these many books that I want to read - and in addition to my local library, I got a Kindle (it's an electronic reader from Amazon). Well, we got a Kindle (it's one that I share with my husband). The Kindle makes it fun and easy to read books. There is no page turning - only a "next page" button to hit. This makes my reading while eating my bowl of cereal for breakfast much easier. No trying to hold the book open and balance the spoon with milk.

And today, I got a new release book - delivered to my Kindle instantly. I pre-ordered it last night and it was released today. I got it this morning without having to go to a store - or be on a wait list at the library. Some books work like this - where the same day the hardback is released, so is the Kindle version. Some others are unfortunately not.

But I don't mind. The Kindle is just going to be an addition to my reading. I still love books - actual books. Original cover art (not a movie tie-in - huge pet peeve!!), turning pages, the smell of a new book and even using my favorite bookmark are still going to be a big part of reading for me.

The Kindle is a new fun tool, or toy, that I'm going to enjoy using. And with 1500 book storage capability, it's going to be great to travel with and help relieve my now overcrowded bookshelves!