Not even crazy expensive, but my kindle has made me read 100x more and I was already reading a lot. Been using Libby and Hoopla through my libraries forever, but using the Kindle gives me a much needed break from my phone/anything else those platforms can run on while still being able to read. I also pay for Kindle Unlimited which is worth it if you continuously return and check out new books. Despise supporting Amazon, but I love my Kindle with such a passion because its such a respite.
Feb 12, 2025
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was gonna mention this in my e-reader rec but i felt strongly that the LIBBY app in particular deserved itโs own shoutout. i also like hoopla and kanopy for music and movies :)
it feels like online shopping but everything is free so my brain gets big and my bank account stays fat
Apr 2, 2025
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my little modern day library of alexandria
ive read more books the last 12 months w this device than w physical copies, its way easier to get thru large books when it can fit into a mini purse (also get a library card and use libby u will be unstoppable)
Feb 1, 2024
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I am truly obsessed with the Libby app. If you have a library card, a phone, and an e-reader, it is a free library in your phone/tablet/whatever. Billions and bazillions of audiobooks and books and more for free. A great way to try new books or audiobooks at your own pace, and there are no late fees. Perfection.
Feb 14, 2024
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Apr 12, 2025
NOT a big non fiction reader but I will always pick up something that catches my eye (donโt judge a book by its cover, but also like sometimes do). Crying in H Mart - Michelle Zauner (Japanese Breakfast) made me ugly cry at work.
honorable mentions:
Mean Baby - Selma Blair
Iโm Glad My Mom Died - Jeanette McCurdy
Tuesdays With Morrie - Mitch Albom
In the Dream House - Carmen Maria Machado
Down the Drain - Julia Fox
Cultish - Amanda Montell
Maybe You Should Talk to Someone - Lori Gottlieb
Flesh & Blood - N West Moss
Feb 20, 2025
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Finding a recycled appreciation for physical media again as someone who grew up in the early 00โs. I miss blockbuster! redbox (when it was good)! anybody remember GameFly? I still check out movies from the library, but especially with companies owning and having the ability to remove media from their platform at their greedy, corporate will - Iโve started buying my favorite movies, shows, and CDs again :)
Mar 4, 2025