I wasn't too keen on the e-reader concept when it first came out actually, so I understand skepticism and even outright dislike. Now I see it more as a reading accessory than a book replacement. It's just a personal preference for a particular shiny gadget. To each her own.
Since you brought up reading on monitors though, the e-ink screen is what finally tempted me to try a Kindle. I can't stand reading on back-lit devices. E-ink is sometimes easier on my eyes than paper and ink, because it can be sharper and have a more gentle contrast. I also appreciate the Kindle's "ugly" design that so many people complain about, because it was designed to not distract from the reading experience, and they got that spot-on as far as I'm concerned.
I swear I'm not trying to convince you though. I'm just a big Kindle fan, and my enthusiasm makes it hard for me to stop talking about it. E-reader's aren't something that everyone is going to embrace, which is absolutely fine.
Just know that there are other fans like me who have your books on their shelves and are still going to buy additional digital copies too. I want both.
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Re: I'm late to the table on this, but...
Date: 2010-09-24 06:43 pm (UTC)Since you brought up reading on monitors though, the e-ink screen is what finally tempted me to try a Kindle. I can't stand reading on back-lit devices. E-ink is sometimes easier on my eyes than paper and ink, because it can be sharper and have a more gentle contrast. I also appreciate the Kindle's "ugly" design that so many people complain about, because it was designed to not distract from the reading experience, and they got that spot-on as far as I'm concerned.
I swear I'm not trying to convince you though. I'm just a big Kindle fan, and my enthusiasm makes it hard for me to stop talking about it. E-reader's aren't something that everyone is going to embrace, which is absolutely fine.
Just know that there are other fans like me who have your books on their shelves and are still going to buy additional digital copies too. I want both.