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The New York Times - Daily Edition for Kindle
In addition to outside contributors, the editorials page features The New York Times' own team of award-winning columnists: David Brooks, Maureen Dowd, Thomas L. Friedman, Bob Herbert, Nicholas D. Kristof, Paul Krugman, Frank Rich and John Tierney.
Reviews
"First, not all the articles appear--that's particularly true with the Sunday Magazine section."
"And, even though I am considered an NYT subscriber by Amazon, the newspaper's website doesn't count me as such, and they want me to pay all over again in order to have unlimited access to their website."
"A bit pricey but a good once in awhile read on a specific event or news."
"Much less expensive than the hard copy and you get all of the content of the Sunday Times."
"THE PAPER EDITION ON SUNDAY HAS BECOME TOO EXPENSIVE--SO QUITE FRANKLY IF THIS WERE NOT AVAILABLE--I WOULD NOT READ IT OR HAVE TO GO TO THE LIBRARY."
"It tells me the news in a quiet, way, never having an argument or yelling at others."
"I love the daily edition for kindle."
"NYT for Kindle dedicated to particular device: Kindle tablet, or Kindle ereader-not both, mind you, without separate purchases, and not available- period- for the Kindle app on my IOS device (which I'm writing this review on now). Other magazines, newspapers, and, of course, books are available across Kindle devices with a single purchase."
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The Wall Street Journal
Your Wall Street Journal digital membership includes unparalleled, 24/7 coverage of global markets and business – along with insightful reporting on U.S. and World news, politics, technology, lifestyle and more.
Reviews
"The best way to keep abreast with financial markets."
"When you read a news story in the Journal, you get the facts."
"At least twice a week it gets confused when transferring to an article sub-level and requires a reboot on my tablet to regain control."
"However, I have to agree with others here that say the pricing makes absolutely no sense: $99/year for the WSJ print edition with the Online Web edition included. $119.88/year ($9.99/month) for the Kindle edition just doesn't make sense."
"Good newspaper and the Kindle version is OK."
"The WSJ is perfect for getting daily business news."
"Electronic edition was missing many articles contained in the print edition."
"Sometimes I see an interesting article that is for subscribers only and I purchase the digital version of the paper to read it. So when purchasing the digital version of the day's WSJ for your Kindle, please understand that you will not get a whole lot more than what you could have had for free at wsj.com."
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The Atlantic
A great deal has changed since Ralph Waldo Emerson, Oliver Wendell Holmes, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, James Russell Lowell, and Harriet Beecher Stowe planned the first issue in 1857. But since its inception, The Atlantic has given voice to some of the most provocative ideas of its time, from Henry David Thoreau's blunt naturalism to Martin Luther King's calls for justice. It manages to be a captivating read that treats its readers to beautiful pictures, intelligent opinion, and a spacious layout with room for all of the information you need about the important issues facing the United States today. The features are written in an accessible style to reach a wide audience, while the high standard of integrity and respect for facts make the magazine a reliable resource for serious readers who want to be informed.
Reviews
"Kindle magazine subscriptions can only be read on one device or software installation."
"I hate classic left-right classifications of socio-political views because there are way more than two types of people in the world but, as crude shorthand, I would say The Atlantic is intellectually left-leaning with a conscience that does not elide thoughts that come from the right."
"It's a great magazine."
"Never read this magazine before."
"If you have any intelligent liberal friends on your gift giving list, a subscription to this magazine makes a great gift that keeps on giving."
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Best Kindle Newsstand

The New York Times - Daily Edition for Kindle
In addition to outside contributors, the editorials page features The New York Times' own team of award-winning columnists: David Brooks, Maureen Dowd, Thomas L. Friedman, Bob Herbert, Nicholas D. Kristof, Paul Krugman, Frank Rich and John Tierney.
Reviews
"First, not all the articles appear--that's particularly true with the Sunday Magazine section."
"And, even though I am considered an NYT subscriber by Amazon, the newspaper's website doesn't count me as such, and they want me to pay all over again in order to have unlimited access to their website."
"One of the most prestigious papers in the country."
"A bit pricey but a good once in awhile read on a specific event or news."
"It is a really enjoyable reading for weekends."
"If your time is limited and need a go-to resource for hard news and insightful op-ed, my first choice is the NYT."
"All the news that's fit to print."
"NYT for Kindle dedicated to particular device: Kindle tablet, or Kindle ereader-not both, mind you, without separate purchases, and not available- period- for the Kindle app on my IOS device (which I'm writing this review on now). Other magazines, newspapers, and, of course, books are available across Kindle devices with a single purchase."
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Best Newspapers

The New York Times - Daily Edition for Kindle
In addition to outside contributors, the editorials page features The New York Times' own team of award-winning columnists: David Brooks, Maureen Dowd, Thomas L. Friedman, Bob Herbert, Nicholas D. Kristof, Paul Krugman, Frank Rich and John Tierney.
Reviews
"First, not all the articles appear--that's particularly true with the Sunday Magazine section."
"And, even though I am considered an NYT subscriber by Amazon, the newspaper's website doesn't count me as such, and they want me to pay all over again in order to have unlimited access to their website."
"A bit pricey but a good once in awhile read on a specific event or news."
"Much less expensive than the hard copy and you get all of the content of the Sunday Times."
"THE PAPER EDITION ON SUNDAY HAS BECOME TOO EXPENSIVE--SO QUITE FRANKLY IF THIS WERE NOT AVAILABLE--I WOULD NOT READ IT OR HAVE TO GO TO THE LIBRARY."
"It tells me the news in a quiet, way, never having an argument or yelling at others."
"At 99 cents, including Sundays, this has to be one of the best deals going."
"NYT for Kindle dedicated to particular device: Kindle tablet, or Kindle ereader-not both, mind you, without separate purchases, and not available- period- for the Kindle app on my IOS device (which I'm writing this review on now). Other magazines, newspapers, and, of course, books are available across Kindle devices with a single purchase."
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Best Kindle eBooks

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
Then, on Harry's eleventh birthday, a great beetle-eyed giant of a man called Rubeus Hagrid bursts in with some astonishing news: Harry Potter is a wizard, and he has a place at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. He is left only with a lightning-bolt scar on his forehead, curiously refined sensibilities, and a host of mysterious powers to remind him that he's quite, yes, altogether different from his aunt, uncle, and spoiled, piglike cousin Dudley. Of course, Uncle Vernon yells most unpleasantly, "I AM NOT PAYING FOR SOME CRACKPOT OLD FOOL TO TEACH HIM MAGIC TRICKS!" So far it has won the National Book Award, the Smarties Prize, the Children's Book Award, and is short-listed for the Carnegie Medal, the U.K. version of the Newbery Medal. After 11 years of disregard and neglect at the hands of his aunt, uncle and their swinish son Dudley, Harry suddenly receives a visit from a giant named Hagrid, who informs Harry that his mother and father were a witch and a wizard, and that he is to attend Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry himself.
Reviews
"SPECIAL NOTE: For U.S. customers purchasing the illustrated edition of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, you will notice the text has NOT been converted to the "Americanized" version of the original U.S. releases (with the exception of changing all "Philosopher's Stone" mentions to "Sorcerer's Stone"). Good or bad is naturally for each reader to decide--just know, if you plan to read the books while listening to Jim Dale's audiobooks, you'll notice a few superficial differences. The quality of this new illustrated edition is phenomenal. All chapter intros are illustrated."
"IMPORTANT: For U.S. customers purchasing the illustrated edition of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, you will notice the text has NOT been converted to the "Americanized" version of the original U.S. releases. This difference isn't as prominent or noticeable as it was with Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's/Philosopher's Stone, but still something to keep in mind. Also, to answer a question that has come up quite a bit, this is the FULL BOOK and not an abridged or shortened version. Underneath the book jacket, the novel is bound in a sturdy orange hardback with green lettering on the spine."
"If you're an adult and have not read this series before (even if you've seen the movies), I encourage you to read the books. Whether it's the originals or these, the series is sure to be one of the best you've read and much better than the movies, of course."
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Best Kindle Blogs

Free Kindle Books and Tips
Kindle blogs are fully downloaded onto your Kindle so you can read them even when you're not wirelessly connected.
Reviews
"Lots of different categories, although they seem to come in waves (probably how Amazon makes free books avaiable), so lots of free faith based books, then lots of free business, then romance."
"Before Amazon placed a mandate on the free/discounted books, I believe I downloaded well over 200 free books! I now have a variety of books because of this blog. Also, if I'm viewing the blog and see a book that catches my eye, instead of clicking on the link for it, I will recall the title and/or author name to memory and do a search for the book in my Kindle. In addition, some of these customer reviews are so well written, that it not only gives great insight to the book, but some reviews also give recommendations to other authors and titles."
"Because of this blog I have not only found free books to read, but I have also gotten wonderful hints on the use of my Kindle."
"One thing that seems to differntiate this blog from the others on here touting free books is the blog author is not dependent upon Amazon-only titles."
"Since there are lists of free books on the amazon website, I thought this would not really be worth it."
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Best Kindle Singles

A Spy's Guide to Thinking (Kindle Single)
Bestselling author John Braddock was a case officer at the CIA. He developed, recruited and handled sources on weapons proliferation, counter-terrorism and political-military issues. A former university fellow, he now helps people and organizations sharpen their thinking about their strategy, their customers and their competition. John Braddock has been able to throw in a good spy story to show how to properly think in a stressful situation." He developed, recruited and handled sources on weapons proliferation, counter-terrorism and political-military issues. A former university research fellow, he is now a strategy consultant. He helps people and organizations think more effectively about their strategy, their customers and the competition.
Reviews
"When circumstances require action, having a habitual method (i.e a structured approach) to quickly analyze the situation and select the best response gives you an edge over your opponent. The author shows how the US Air Force analyzed ace pilots to determine why they won more dogfights, and how that discovery was generalized into a powerful behavioral approach to rapid decision-making for spies in stressful situations. This book uses the author's thought process during an attempted robbery where he, the spy, is victim as an example of his structured thought process, one that major spy agencies and the military actually use. Near the end, he analyzes the thought process he went through in deciding to write the book in comparison to a reader's decision to purchase it."
"A short book about thinking - in my world the idea of recognizing what type of game your opponent is playing is vitally important."
"Interesting, simple model for taking the right actions in life and business."
"I had read about the OODA method of dealing with conflict, but the author's take on it with his DADA version was a welcome and interesting twist on it."
"Not too much detail but author gets his points across clearly and concisely...good read but would have been good to see more examples."
"Thank you to the druggie for his patience in letting the story play out."
"Many of us probably use this technique when faced with making decisions every day but usually have never given any thought to the actual process."
"Meh."
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Best Kindle Worlds

Wanted: Adored (Kindle Worlds Novella)
My life is a charmed one… until my world is turned onto its head by a girl. This delicate little girl couldn’t have been born to a more unsuitable father… until Leighton Mitchell opens my eyes and makes me see things differently. She does not get drunk on whiskey or chase country music stars for a chance at a one-night stand on a tour bus.
Reviews
"She gives use another book friend to fall in love with and drool over. Another story to talk about with your best friend and read over and over again. (Scarlett Leighton) It's Love at first sight for Judd."
"He gets a call from a hospital he is a father to a very premature little girl. Her mother dies after birth but named Judd the father, blood test conformed he is the Dad."
"I really enjoyed this read, and loved that it felt kind of slow burn even though it’s a quick story."
"What happens when your are a well know singer and you are told your going to be a daddy, well his world just tilted and will never be the same."
"How can you go wrong with a hot, sexy singing cowboy and a beautiful, loving nurse who would do anything for your child?"
"Since his daughter was born a preemie he needs help and hires the nurse Leighton who has been taking care of his daughter."
"This is another great story by Georgia Cates."
"This book gave me so many feels I’ve not stopped smiling from ear to ear."
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Best Kindle Short Reads

A Spy's Guide to Thinking (Kindle Single)
Bestselling author John Braddock was a case officer at the CIA. He developed, recruited and handled sources on weapons proliferation, counter-terrorism and political-military issues. A former university fellow, he now helps people and organizations sharpen their thinking about their strategy, their customers and their competition. John Braddock has been able to throw in a good spy story to show how to properly think in a stressful situation." He developed, recruited and handled sources on weapons proliferation, counter-terrorism and political-military issues. A former university research fellow, he is now a strategy consultant. He helps people and organizations think more effectively about their strategy, their customers and the competition.
Reviews
"When circumstances require action, having a habitual method (i.e a structured approach) to quickly analyze the situation and select the best response gives you an edge over your opponent. The author shows how the US Air Force analyzed ace pilots to determine why they won more dogfights, and how that discovery was generalized into a powerful behavioral approach to rapid decision-making for spies in stressful situations. This book uses the author's thought process during an attempted robbery where he, the spy, is victim as an example of his structured thought process, one that major spy agencies and the military actually use. Near the end, he analyzes the thought process he went through in deciding to write the book in comparison to a reader's decision to purchase it."
"Choosing to not be afraid is not always a choice one consciously makes or can overcome easily."
"I had read about the OODA method of dealing with conflict, but the author's take on it with his DADA version was a welcome and interesting twist on it."
"Fun book to read...makes you think!"
"A Spy's Guide to Thinking is a brief but interesting and useful guide for anyone interested in the process of practical thought."
"I loved this book ..."
"The author presents the many precarious and conflicting possibilities that reality can bestow."
"Meh."
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Best Kindle Nonfiction Singles

A Spy's Guide to Thinking (Kindle Single)
Bestselling author John Braddock was a case officer at the CIA. He developed, recruited and handled sources on weapons proliferation, counter-terrorism and political-military issues. A former university fellow, he now helps people and organizations sharpen their thinking about their strategy, their customers and their competition. John Braddock has been able to throw in a good spy story to show how to properly think in a stressful situation." He developed, recruited and handled sources on weapons proliferation, counter-terrorism and political-military issues. A former university research fellow, he is now a strategy consultant. He helps people and organizations think more effectively about their strategy, their customers and the competition.
Reviews
"When circumstances require action, having a habitual method (i.e a structured approach) to quickly analyze the situation and select the best response gives you an edge over your opponent. The author shows how the US Air Force analyzed ace pilots to determine why they won more dogfights, and how that discovery was generalized into a powerful behavioral approach to rapid decision-making for spies in stressful situations. This book uses the author's thought process during an attempted robbery where he, the spy, is victim as an example of his structured thought process, one that major spy agencies and the military actually use. Near the end, he analyzes the thought process he went through in deciding to write the book in comparison to a reader's decision to purchase it."
"A short book about thinking - in my world the idea of recognizing what type of game your opponent is playing is vitally important."
"Interesting, simple model for taking the right actions in life and business."
"I had read about the OODA method of dealing with conflict, but the author's take on it with his DADA version was a welcome and interesting twist on it."
"Not too much detail but author gets his points across clearly and concisely...good read but would have been good to see more examples."
"Thank you to the druggie for his patience in letting the story play out."
"Many of us probably use this technique when faced with making decisions every day but usually have never given any thought to the actual process."
"Meh."
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Best Prime Reading

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
Then, on Harry's eleventh birthday, a great beetle-eyed giant of a man called Rubeus Hagrid bursts in with some astonishing news: Harry Potter is a wizard, and he has a place at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. He is left only with a lightning-bolt scar on his forehead, curiously refined sensibilities, and a host of mysterious powers to remind him that he's quite, yes, altogether different from his aunt, uncle, and spoiled, piglike cousin Dudley. Of course, Uncle Vernon yells most unpleasantly, "I AM NOT PAYING FOR SOME CRACKPOT OLD FOOL TO TEACH HIM MAGIC TRICKS!" So far it has won the National Book Award, the Smarties Prize, the Children's Book Award, and is short-listed for the Carnegie Medal, the U.K. version of the Newbery Medal. After 11 years of disregard and neglect at the hands of his aunt, uncle and their swinish son Dudley, Harry suddenly receives a visit from a giant named Hagrid, who informs Harry that his mother and father were a witch and a wizard, and that he is to attend Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry himself.
Reviews
"SPECIAL NOTE: For U.S. customers purchasing the illustrated edition of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, you will notice the text has NOT been converted to the "Americanized" version of the original U.S. releases (with the exception of changing all "Philosopher's Stone" mentions to "Sorcerer's Stone"). Good or bad is naturally for each reader to decide--just know, if you plan to read the books while listening to Jim Dale's audiobooks, you'll notice a few superficial differences. The quality of this new illustrated edition is phenomenal. All chapter intros are illustrated."
"IMPORTANT: For U.S. customers purchasing the illustrated edition of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, you will notice the text has NOT been converted to the "Americanized" version of the original U.S. releases. This difference isn't as prominent or noticeable as it was with Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's/Philosopher's Stone, but still something to keep in mind. Also, to answer a question that has come up quite a bit, this is the FULL BOOK and not an abridged or shortened version. Underneath the book jacket, the novel is bound in a sturdy orange hardback with green lettering on the spine."
"I was ravenous to get my hands on my copy as soon as it was delivered this morning, but was quickly disappointed. But when I took a close look at my dust jacket, I was extremely upset to find that the gold foil lettering for "Harry Potter" had been rubbed away and destroyed completely in some places leaving ugly, black matte in its place-- pock marking the otherwise handsome gold lettering. Needless to say I'm in awe how Bloomsbury has managed to put together such an incredible project, with JK Rowling's remarkable literature and Jim Kay's otherworldly illustrations-- and allowed it to be put together in a low quality binding! Not all alone in a box... Update (October 9th): I have finally received my new book and it was in much, much better condition. The cover and spine were tight, intact and falling apart from the binding like my original copy."
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Best Whispersync for Voice

Beneath a Scarlet Sky: A Novel
Now, with the opportunity to spy for the Allies inside the German High Command, Pino endures the horrors of the war and the Nazi occupation by fighting in secret, his courage bolstered by his love for Anna and for the life he dreams they will one day share. “Sprawling, stirring, like the richest of stories, and played out on a canvas of heroism and tragedy, Beneath a Scarlet Sky is like one of those iconic World War II black and white photos: a face of hope and tears, the story of a small life that ended up mattering in a big way.” —Andrew Gross, New York Times bestselling author of The One Man. “Action, adventure, love, war, and an epic hero—all set against the backdrop of one of history's darkest moments—Mark Sullivan's Beneath a Scarlet Sky has everything one can ask for in an exceptional World War II novel.” —Tess Gerritsen, New York Times bestselling author of Playing with Fire. Mark has received numerous awards for his writing, including the WHSmith Fresh Talent Award, and his works have been named a New York Times Notable Book and a Los Angeles Times Best Book of the Year.
Reviews
"It is a gripping story of resilience, the indomitable spirit of a young man that knew no boundaries and courage that sustained him during dark hours. The action intensified throughout the remainder of the book, and one is allowed a rare glimpse into the mind of Il Duce - Benito Mussolini - plus the inner workings of the German High Command. Pino Lello witnesses atrocities he wishes he could forget but keeps soldiering on...wisely... Just a gripping and harrowing Kindle First selection which I feel is the best one I have read."
"He takes us deep inside the love story of his discovery, the unknown hero, Pino Lella, and he crafts an epic tale set against the backdrop of Nazi-occupied Milan and the Italian Alps during World War II that is as intimate and tragic as it is thought-provoking and triumphant."
"I cannot add more to the excellent reviews previously posted other than to say I read this book in one sitting not being able to put it down until 4:00 AM!"
"An amazing epic story of Pino Lella, a true war hero whose story was forgotten and marginalized by history."
"thankdfully, the novel does not leave us in despair and misery, but through the main character Pino Lella, we witness the good still left in people and the human ability to survive and thrive out of the worst conditions."
"Amazing book with a plot line made only better because it is based on a true story during events that changed the world."
"This is compelling story that is beautifully written."
"There was so much substance to the character, that his life became very dear to me: his adventures, his loves, his losses made me grateful for the box of tissue close by!"
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