Do you read 'online'?
By esp2_mayn
@esp2_mayn (135)
Malaysia
July 14, 2009 9:14pm CST
You know it is not really possible to read every single book you wish you could read. Partly becuase it is too expensive to buy like ALL of them and partly becuase you can't find them.
For me, it is more the first than the second.
So, I have resorted to downloading books and reading them online once in a while.
Anyone know a free website that has great newly published books for download?
I am looking for one book "The Secret Life of Bees" and something like perhaps "Jeffrey Archer" or even Stephanie Meyer's "THe Host".
I know this could be a littel outside the moral compass for some....but if you love reading like me and well can't afford it all....
19 responses
@jaisundar (215)
•
15 Jul 09
Yes, i love reading online. Usually i read topics relevant to my carreer and my favorite subjects in management and technical clarifications.
@esp2_mayn (135)
• Malaysia
16 Jul 09
oh...your favourite subjects' books would indeed cost a bomb!!! Good that you find material online to keep you busy then!
@colydf (913)
• China
15 Jul 09
I love reading a lot. Sometimes I read online, there are a lot of advantages of reading online. First, there are many resources online, you could easily find the book or the area you are interested in. And what's more, reading online is free for some sites, so it could help you save a lot of money. I love reading online.
@cuttyrish (2667)
• United States
15 Jul 09
I enjoy reading some books online, this really help especially in school, since i need alot of reference materials, and the books that i usually read online are either expensive, or not available on some bookstores in our area or even the library.. I also love to download ebooks from some sites...
@esp2_mayn (135)
• Malaysia
16 Jul 09
and these sites are??
But yeah...reference material are sure so much more expensive!
@tlb0822 (1410)
• United States
15 Jul 09
I never actually tried reading a book from the computer. I do know that when I am on the computer for a long time my eyes get tired, so I'm n ot sure that I would be able to read a whole novel off the computer. Great idea though instead of purchasing expensive books.
@esp2_mayn (135)
• Malaysia
16 Jul 09
well...admitedly it can get a litte tiring....have to invest in better computer screens and all that!
@entrepinoy (709)
• Philippines
15 Jul 09
I always read online news because I cannot afford to buy newspapers everyday and also sometime download electronic copies of books that sold millions already.
@esp2_mayn (135)
• Malaysia
16 Jul 09
ooohhh....what kind of books that have sold millions? since u have it electronically...can share? :)
@tamsuder610 (157)
• Jamaica
15 Jul 09
I love reading online and I have been looking for a free site so, I can download also but, they are book clubs that you can join and the books won't be that expensive to purchase.
@megaplaza (1441)
• Nigeria
15 Jul 09
I can't really read well online. I only scan the pages to see if it has what i want, then i will save or download and print it out later. Even reading of ebooks on my pc is a burden to me. I feel that the screen emit rays that hurts my eyes, that not withstanding i can sit in front of a pc and work with for hours. I have done that for 10 hours.
@esp2_mayn (135)
• Malaysia
16 Jul 09
My work is like FULL TIME PC too...and so maybe that is why I ahve taken to ebooks....in between I sneak and dos ome reading with no one the wiser! ;)
@rainmark (4302)
•
15 Jul 09
HIya
Im a book lover but i never do reading online or downloads. I do prefer to buy a real books. Actually you can get cheaper books from bargain sites or book store coz they offer 2for3. Or just go to ebay. Lots of used books for sale in good condition.
I like to buy "the Host" of Sphenie Meyer but i am waiting for the half-price promo.
Cheers.
@esp2_mayn (135)
• Malaysia
16 Jul 09
Umm....I managed to download The Host....:)
We don't really get much promo here and even then a book will take you back 30 bucks.....
BUt I know a book in hand is worth twice online!!! :)
@scheng1 (24649)
• Singapore
15 Jul 09
I still prefer to read paperbacks, even though I will not spend money buying the books. The library is within walking distance, so I do not mind walking to the library and cart four books back.
I seldom read online, except for those books that are in Project Gutenberg. Many of the old classics are scanned with the original illustrations, and I do love to see the illustrations, to get a feel of the mood!
@esp2_mayn (135)
• Malaysia
16 Jul 09
yes....you have a very valid point....one which lingers on the edges of my conscience!
@esp2_mayn (135)
• Malaysia
16 Jul 09
I guess that would be easier to read online if you wanted to! :)
@esp2_mayn (135)
• Malaysia
16 Jul 09
COOL....high five!!!
Glad I seem not to be the only 'weird' one!
@Shery32 (423)
• Saudi Arabia
15 Jul 09
I like eBooks especially the searchable ones as you can go search for what you want by word. I have so many and I like to read online as well but papers are better
Many times it is cheaper as you say - and you are right to just download it and read it - If you like it and have the money to buy it - now or later - you can always do
thanks
@esp2_mayn (135)
• Malaysia
16 Jul 09
Shery...my thoughts exactly...I still buy the books I have enjoyed reading...to re-read...
But seems we may be the few who do read ebooks!!!
@snowy22315 (182456)
• United States
15 Jul 09
I think there are many interesitng and good books. I just wish that I will try to read. I often read books that I think I will like. Some of them are online and some are just books that I order from Amazon because I get alot of amazon certificates. They come inhandy int terms of reading some of the books online.
@esp2_mayn (135)
• Malaysia
16 Jul 09
LUCKY YOU !!! I always see books at amazon going at such a cheap rate....you stay at the best part of the world! :)
@thea09 (18305)
• Greece
15 Jul 09
Hi esp2-mayn, I also love to read and have had to stop buying books because of the expense but I could not read a book online, it just wouldn't be the same relaxing pleasure. I love to curl up with a good book and relax and staring at a screen just wouldn't do it for me. We have a book swap here where people take books they no longer want and can exchange them for books others have left. The books aren't always the ones I would choose but sometimes one can luck out and it is an excellent idea.
@esp2_mayn (135)
• Malaysia
16 Jul 09
Can't agree more....:) just that sometimes I want a particular book so badly and can't seem to find it in stores!!!
But you are right that a surprise of a book may be much more than what we expected.
Wish WE could swap books too!
@amybrezik (2118)
• United States
15 Jul 09
I do love to read. I check Half Price books and the bargain bins at the major bookstores. I can't read an entire novel on my computer. to me it is just not the same.
@esp2_mayn (135)
• Malaysia
16 Jul 09
Agree....but sigh...beggars can't be choosers! Not many half price books in my area.
@happy6162 (3001)
• United States
15 Jul 09
i do no download a book on my computer i could not read it on the computer. i buy my books at discount store, yard sale or i go to an auction that is selling books and see what they have. sometimes i fine something i like and sometimes not.
@esp2_mayn (135)
• Malaysia
16 Jul 09
yeah...but when you are looking for ONE book in particular and it is too expensive....
wish I could let it go and just read something else too....:)
@iceberg27 (71)
• India
15 Jul 09
Nah, I can't really spend that much time reading on a computer. I find that tiring. And besides, a book should be read in the form of a book.
@esp2_mayn (135)
• Malaysia
16 Jul 09
hahaha...well....on the computer, it will be an e-book!
It is becoming more popular now with blackberries etc....
But true....each to their own....
