Downloading Books for Sony eBook Reader from Chapters/Indigo

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the challenges of downloading eBooks for a Sony eBook Reader from Chapters/Indigo, including the necessary software and compatibility issues. Participants share their experiences and frustrations with the available library options and the selection of books.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses confusion about which library app is needed for downloading content, mentioning disappointment with the Sony library's selection of books.
  • Another participant suggests using Calibre, an open-source eBook library management software that can work with various eReaders.
  • A later reply identifies Adobe Digital Editions as the necessary app for downloading books, but notes the library's confusing interface and limited selection.
  • Some participants question the choice of the Sony reader over other options like Nook or Kindle, sharing their experiences with different devices and their features.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing opinions on the usability of the Sony eBook Reader and the available library options, with no consensus on the best approach to download books or the merits of different eReaders.

Contextual Notes

Limitations include the unclear compatibility of certain eBooks with the Sony reader, the confusion surrounding the library app requirements, and the subjective nature of device preferences among participants.

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Anyone know how to get it to download content from chapters or Indigo?

Seems I have to use some sort of library app on my laptop but not sure what app it is or where to get it.

I bought a book that's compatible with Kobo. Currently downloading Kobo Library for Windows because I don't know what else to get.I'm pretty disappointed with Sony's library; I checked before purchasing that it had dozens of books by my favorite authors, but I didn't double-check that any of the those books are new releases. So I can only get books that have been out as hardcovers for a while.
 
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Does this help?
http://community.indigo.ca/posts/Digital-Books-Devices/group-1243/602725.html

Curious why you decided on the Sony reader vs Nook or Kindle.
 
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Use Calibre an open source ebook library... irrelevant which reader you have it translates them.
google it...
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Greg Bernhardt said:
Does this help?
Curious why you decided on the Sony reader vs Nook or Kindle.
When I went looking for a Nook, I found a iPadesque lit screen device instead an eInk device.
When I went looking for a Kindle I found a button device instead of a touchscreen device.

I guess I should have looked a little more carefully, since they now both seem to have versions that meet my criteria.
 
Turns out the app I need is Adobe Digital Editions. Still, the library is very confusing to use and its selection is very small.

I've managed to get one book from it but don't really know how I did it.
 

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