
Plus, the library books return themselves! I’ve racked up an embarrassing number of late fees in the past, so this feature is brilliant. I use my library’s Overdrive software to download library books, which works great! It’s been especially lovely during the pandemic, when my library’s limited hours don’t align with my work schedule. It’s small enough I can tuck it into a purse when we take public transportation, and it slides into even the most stuffed backpack. In terms of size, the Kindle has been wonderful. To start, there’s the reasons I bought the Kindle in the first place. **Bargain shoppers, take note! If you’re looking for a deal, Kindles often go on sale for Prime Day or Black Friday! I waited until Prime Day and got my Kindle Paperwhite for $85 (instead of $130, as it is at the time of posting). I also had a lot of traveling planned and needed a lighter way to tote my reading material with me. My reading life was taking a hit without library books, and I needed a way to access books from my old library before I could get my hands on a new library card. I bought my Kindle Paperwhite in the middle of a cross-country move. I only include links to products I truly love and think you will, too! When you buy a product using a link from this site, I make a few pennies from your purchase. Heads up: I am an Amazon Associate, and the links on this page are affiliate links. Today, I’ll give you my 100% honest assessment of whether the Kindle Paperwhite is worth the cost and whether you should buy one. After a year of use, I’ve seen firsthand the benefits and drawbacks of e-reader life. Last summer, I finally invested in a Kindle Paperwhite during Amazon Prime Days. Wondering if a Kindle is worth it? As an avid reader myself, I had always wondered the same thing.
