In my opinion, the Amazon Kindle is one of the best electronic devices ever. Maybe the only piece of tech I use more than my Kindle is my phone, but even then, I have the Kindle app if I decide I just want to stick some knowledge into my craw. If you're on the hunt for a good deal on a Kindle device, especially if you're back to school shopping, you're in luck.
Best Buy is offering some of our favorite deals at the moment, with discounts on the Kindle Scribe, Kindle Kids, and Kindle Paperwhite Kids, but Amazon has a few bundle deals available, too. One of our favorites from there is the Kindle Essentials Bundle, which has dropped to $146.97 from its $161.97 list price and sets you up with a Kindle, fabric cover, and power adapter. You can see those deals and more below.
New Kindle Colorsoft Models Available Now
Before getting into the deals on Kindle devices, we wanted to highlight the two new models of Kindle Colorsoft that were recently released. The new 16GB model (down from the original's 32GB) and the first Kids edition are available to buy now for $249.99 and $269.99, respectively.
The Best Kindle Deals Right Now
Kindle is one of the devices you're most likely to find on sale during Amazon events like Amazon Prime Day and Black Friday. The available Kindle lineup has expanded quite a lot over the years, too. Amazon will oftentimes sneak Kindle deals into its Deal of the Day or offer a bonus deal like free Kindle Unlimited or other Amazon services as well.
Kindle Unlimited
If you own a Kindle, it's absolutely worth investing in Kindle Unlimited. Right now, Amazon Prime members (who haven't already used up their free trial) can sign up to get 2 months for $4.99 before its $11.99/month price kicks in.
But you may be wondering: what is Kindle Unlimited, and is it really worth it? The answer is… absolutely, dear reader. With this, you'll get unlimited access to millions of digital titles, audiobooks, and magazine subscriptions. That way you can read all of the latest bestsellers, classics, biggest hits, and more in the realm of books and comics. What better way to get started on your Kindle adventure?
Current Kindle Bestsellers
Wondering where to start once you pick up your new Kindle? Have no fear, we're here to help with that, too. Below, we've listed out the current Kindle bestsellers so you can start up an exciting new book right away. Some of these titles can be read for free if you're a Prime member or as part of Kindle Unlimited, or they can be purchased if you'd like to own them.
- Regretting You by Colleen Hoover – Free with Kindle Unlimited, $5.99 to purchase
- The Fallen and the Kiss of Dusk by Carissa Broadbent – Free with Kindle Unlimited, $6.99 to purchase
- The First Witch of Boston by Andrea Catalano – Preorder for $4.99
- My Friends by Fredrik Backman – $14.99 to purchase
- Till Summer Do Us Part by Meghan Quinn – Free with Kindle Unlimited, $5.99 to purchase
- Cold Island by Peter Colt – Preorder for $4.99
- The First Gentleman by James Patterson and Bill Clinton – $5.99 to purchase
- The Women of Arlington Hall by Jane Healey – Free with Kindle Unlimited, $4.99 to purchase
- Death Row by Freida McFadden – $0.99 to purchase
- Bad Date by Ellery Lloyd – Preorder for $1.99
Best Kindle Book Deals
If you want to see the latest and greatest Kindle book deals available, there's an excellent variety to pick through. Whether you're looking for new comics to dig into or just want to sink into a thrilling novel, there's always great book deals available for Kindle users. We've listed just a few of our favorites below, but if you want to see the full list of available deals, head to Amazon's Kindle deals page here.
- Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir – $12.99 (usually $22)
- All-Star Superman – $9.49 (usually $19.99)
- Wool: The Graphic Novel – $2.99 (usually $7.99)
- X-Men: Dark Phoenix Saga Complete Collection (Uncanny X-Men (1963-2011)) – $6.99 (usually $29.99)
Why a Kindle Is Worth the Investment
I've been rocking the Kindle since the earliest model was available, and not only do I prefer it to any other method of reading, I've found myself reading more than I would have with traditional paper books. Not that there's anything wrong with reading from a traditional book, I just personally appreciate the ease of use and form factor afforded me by the Kindle.
Since the Kindles use e-ink instead of traditional screens like your phone or iPad, they can be read in just about any lighting. In fact, the pages look like actual paper pages, so any artificial light or even bright sunlight are no factor when using the Kindle. It only uses energy when you turn the page, use the backlight or leave Wi-Fi turned on, so if you go into Airplane mode you can go weeks, even months, between charging your Kindle. Generally I go long enough to completely forget where I put my charging cable.
Hannah Hoolihan is a freelance writer who works with the Guides and Commerce teams here at IGN.
With contributions from Seth Macy.
