You do not need a Kindle device to read Kindle books, and you do not need to pay full price for every book. Here is how readers actually do it.
The free Kindle app works on most devices
Amazon's Kindle app is free for phones and tablets and has a version for computers. Your books sync across devices, so you can read on the train and finish at home.
Always read the sample first
Every Kindle book has a free sample from the book page. It is the fastest way to find out whether an author's voice suits you before you spend anything. Many books on this site also have a free reading sample.
Borrow from your library
If your local library uses apps such as Libby, you can borrow ebooks and audiobooks with a library card at no cost. If a title is not available, ask your library to order it. Libraries often do.
Consider Kindle Unlimited if you read a lot
Kindle Unlimited is a paid subscription that lets you read many titles without buying each one, and it often has a free trial for new members. It only makes sense if you read several books a month. Kessily Blue is included with Kindle Unlimited.
Prefer Kobo?
Kobo has its own free reading app and its own range of e-readers, and many ebooks are sold there too. If you have a Kobo, check its store for your next read.
Be kind to indie authors, for free
If you loved a book, an honest review on Amazon or Goodreads helps the next reader find it. It costs nothing, and it matters more to a small author than almost anything else. Even one or two honest sentences help.
