thanks for all this input........I understand that one can download audio books also on the Kindle. Now, what is a Nook? and what is the difference......like can both be purchased at say Best Buy? I think I want one primarily for reading-(free, from Library)...altho now games might be interesting...see how easy it is to distract me!!!!! someone said the backlight is not good for your eyes.......just some comments I am gathering......I still don't know...maybe tomorrow I will go Best Buy and listen to the sales pitch.........where do you get free book lists......