5 Reasons why I have not bought a Sony Reader/Kindle.. (yet)

1. I love the smell of books. I would probably splash out on an e-book reader which could duplicate that wonderful smell as you flick through the pages. Perhaps someone will create an air freshener for me? Maybe we could make one!

2. I do not want to risk dropping my expensive e-reader/phone or any other electronic device in the bath. I love reading in the bath and it does not matter if the pages get wet. When I go on holiday I also cover my books with sun tan lotion and greasy paw prints...not good!

3. I love book jackets and once in a while taking a break from my book, turning my book over and admiring the cover art.

4. Books are part of my home and remind me of who I am and where I have been.

5. I do not want to fork out £200+ before I have even bought any books! I am a Yorkshire lass and you can buy an awful lot of books for £200!

I am open to anybody who has bought one to convince me to do the same. After all I am fully aware at the environmental benefits to not chopping down trees and the benefits to people who are long-sighted.

Interesting comparison between the two main players Kindle vs Sony Reader!
http://blog.wired.com/gadgets/2007/11/amazon-kindle-v.html