https://www.engadget.com/amp/2018/11/13/kindle-paperwhite-review-2018/ Kindle Paperwhite review (2018): A classic, updated Audible support and waterproofing improve on a winning formula. James Trew, 11.13.18 Until now, the Kindle Paperwhite had three mortal enemies: water, airplane seatback pockets (just me that keeps leaving them on planes?) and book snobs. While there's no hope for the latter, one of those issues isn't long … Continue reading The latest enthusiastic review of the 2018 Kindle Paperwhite (10th generation)
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Other book lists for 2018 (and great ideas) from the Washington Post
I love the year-end book lists. I browse thru them and add possibles to my library hold list, my Kindle and book want lists on Amazon, and to the back of my memory to be tickled later. Like any type of review, I may not agree with the conclusion but I do appreciate being alerted … Continue reading Other book lists for 2018 (and great ideas) from the Washington Post
10 Best books of the year according to the Washington Post
Of all the outstanding titles that grabbed our attention this year, these 10 stood out. By Book World Reviewers Nov. 14, 2018 Good and Mad The Revolutionary Power of Women's Anger By Rebecca Traister The author of “All the Single Ladies” pays tribute to female rage with a look at the history of women who got things done … Continue reading 10 Best books of the year according to the Washington Post
10 great book ideas for holiday gifts
Many of my book posts are aimed at people who already read a lot, but are looking for fresh ideas or authors. This list is different. This is when you're looking for the ONE book to gift this December. https://www.tipsonlifeandlove.com/holidays-2/books-i-like-to-give-holiday-gift-guide Books I Like to Give: 10 Holiday Gift Ideas 15 November 2018 by JESSICA QUINN The … Continue reading 10 great book ideas for holiday gifts
The single best biography of Churchill yet(?)
https://www.nytimes.com/2018/11/13/books/review/andrew-roberts-churchill-winston-biography.html Is This the Best One-Volume Biography of Churchill Yet Written? An elderly Winston Churchill, with books and dog.CreditThe New York Times Image An elderly Winston Churchill, with books and dog.CreditCreditThe New York Times BUY BOOK ▾ When you purchase an independently reviewed book through our site, we earn an affiliate commission. By Richard Aldous Nov. 13, … Continue reading The single best biography of Churchill yet(?)
Great American Read list for books to enjoy for many years
If you go to the article, you can sort the books alphabetically, by date, and generally play. This was written before the final selection was made of the top vote getter -- "To Kill a Mockingbird." https://www.thirteen.org/blog-post/the-100-books-on-the-great-american-read-list/ The 100 Books on the Great American Read List APRIL 20, 2018 America’s Best-Loved Novel will be … Continue reading Great American Read list for books to enjoy for many years
Another bookstore in the Upper West Side of Manhattan
The behemoth/warehouse styles of book stores are definitely having problems competing with Amazon, but my neighborhood indicates that there's still room for the curated, personalized book store. This one is expected to open this week. https://www.westsiderag.com/2018/05/22/what-to-expect-at-the-upper-west-sides-new-shakespeare-co-bookstore-and-cafe What to Expect at the Upper West Side’s New Shakespeare & Co. Bookstore and Cafe Posted on May 22, … Continue reading Another bookstore in the Upper West Side of Manhattan
DecalGirl now offering decals for the newest version of Kindle Paperwhite
DecalGirl, a company that I have often dealt with, and always with good results, is now selling decals for the 2018 Kindle Paperwhite (10th generation). Their latest discount will be shown on the home page but is, I believve, 25%. The decals are easy to apply and to remove while their delivery is fast and … Continue reading DecalGirl now offering decals for the newest version of Kindle Paperwhite
If you transfer personal documents to your Kindle, two usual methods currently unavailable
If you transfer personal documents to your Amazon Kindle, you may be using one of two easy methods that can be put the item on your Kindle and in your archived content at the same time. Unfortunately, neither the Send to Kindle app method and emailing it to the Kindle currently work. They stopped working … Continue reading If you transfer personal documents to your Kindle, two usual methods currently unavailable
Kindle quirks if you want to listen to Audible books on a Kindle thru Bluetooth speakers
I had questions related to my Kindles that were sufficiently complex that I had the honor to talk to a live person in their technical department. That doesn't happen often so I asked three questions that have been bugging me. (1) Selected Amazon Kindle devices require you to use a BlueTooth speaker to listen to … Continue reading Kindle quirks if you want to listen to Audible books on a Kindle thru Bluetooth speakers
Fantasy audiobook suggestions from The Portalist
The Best Fantasy Audiobooks to Listen to on Your iPhone Right Now Magic and adventure are at your fingertips with these incredible audiobooks. Books | By Carolyn Cox | 26 Oct 2018 So many epic fantasy sagas to devour, so little time. If your to-be-read pile is looking more like a to-be-read mountain, audiobooks may be the solution. … Continue reading Fantasy audiobook suggestions from The Portalist
Favorite book of American readers is announced
https://www.theguardian.com/books/2018/oct/24/to-kill-a-mockingbird-voted-top-great-american-read-in-us-poll?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other To Kill a Mockingbird voted top 'Great American Read' in US poll Millions of American readers voted Harper Lee’s renowned story about racism as their favourite novel in six-month PBS poll Guardian staff and agencies Wed 24 Oct 2018 00.26 EDTLast modified on Wed 24 Oct 2018 13.29 EDT Gregory Peck in the film adaptation of To Kill … Continue reading Favorite book of American readers is announced
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