If you can pay for a book you will. Eventually the free books will run out or you'll get to the bottom of the barrel. I have a kindle and read so much more than I used to, but I had to get past paying for a book. I'm the same way with apps on the iPad. I feel like EVERYTHING should be free. I download the sample, and just choose the books I really like. I'm sure your kids got it to help you into the 21st century like my family does! Embrace it!!