electronic book
Screen-based literature
An electronic book is a book in digital form, readable on computers, tablets, or dedicated devices.
Usually shortened to e-book or ebook.
The format allows instant delivery, searchable text, and adjustable font sizes.
I downloaded the electronic book version since it was cheaper than the hardcover.
Digital book device
- KindleElectronic reading tablet
- NookBookseller's e-reader brand
- KoboE-reader manufacturer from Canada
- iPadApple's tablet device
tablet · PDF · EPUB · digital edition · file format · DRM · digital rights management · cloud storage
New and unusual
- fictionImagined narrative work
- nonfictionLiterature about real events
- biographyWritten life account
- memoirWritten personal recollection
textbook · anthology · periodical · manga · comic · graphic novel · self-published · indie author
Designed for palm use
- mobileCapable of movement
- pocket-sizedSmall enough to carry
- lightweightLacking mass or importance
- compactTightly packed together
travel-friendly · carry-on · convenient · wireless · battery-powered · rechargeable · touchscreen · backlit
Clickable reference to another page
- searchableCapable of being queried
- bookmarkingSaving a location reference
- highlightingEmphasizing key parts
- annotationAdded explanatory comment
text-to-speech · night mode · multimedia · interactive · read-aloud · page flip · table of contents
State of being submerged
- engagementCommitment to wed or attend
- comprehensionMental understanding of meaning
- literacyAbility to read, write
- bibliophileLover of books
bookworm · page-turner · narrative · storytelling · screen fatigue · eye strain · blue light
Goods obtained for payment
- downloadRemote-to-local data transfer
- borrowObtain for temporary use
- lending libraryBook-borrowing facility
- subscriptionPaid recurring access
sample · wishlist · preorder · one-click · instant delivery · free ebooks · piracy · torrent
e-reader
Digital book device
iPad · tablet · PDF · EPUB · digital edition · file format · DRM · digital rights management · cloud storage · sync
novel
New and unusual
- fictionImagined narrative work
- nonfictionLiterature about real events
- biographyWritten life account
memoir · textbook · anthology · periodical · manga · comic · graphic novel · self-published · indie author · bestseller
handheld
Designed for palm use
- mobileCapable of movement
- pocket-sizedSmall enough to carry
- lightweightLacking mass or importance
compact · travel-friendly · carry-on · convenient · wireless · battery-powered · rechargeable · touchscreen · backlit · offline reading
hyperlink
Clickable reference to another page
- searchableCapable of being queried
- bookmarkingSaving a location reference
- highlightingEmphasizing key parts
annotation · text-to-speech · night mode · multimedia · interactive · read-aloud · page flip · table of contents
immersion
State of being submerged
- engagementCommitment to wed or attend
- comprehensionMental understanding of meaning
- literacyAbility to read, write
bibliophile · bookworm · page-turner · narrative · storytelling · screen fatigue · eye strain · blue light
purchase
Goods obtained for payment
- downloadRemote-to-local data transfer
- borrowObtain for temporary use
- lending libraryBook-borrowing facility
subscription · sample · wishlist · preorder · one-click · instant delivery · free ebooks · piracy · torrent
electronic bookpaper book
Non-digital bound publication
hardcover · paperback · print edition · hardback · codex
electronic bookmanuscript
Original text before publication
scroll · illuminated manuscript · clay tablet · papyrus scroll · incunabulum
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