I have a 1st gen Nook that I use and I like it. It isn't a tablet just a e-reader. I want to get a tablet so I can do something other than read on it, but I will probably only end up using it to read anyway. The new kindle looks nice for something that can do more than just read books. I suggest figuring out what all you are going to do with it and decide from there. If you are just going read than no need to buy an expensive tablet to just read books. The only problems with some of the e-readers is that some will only allow certain file types to be read, but you can convert most files to a different type if needed. As to the price of some of the e-books I agree that some are expensive for not even being printed. Almost makes me want to just buy a paperback and waste a tree. I know authors need to make their money though.