Are library books in Adobe Epub format readable on Kindle?

stygian · 09-25-2009, 02:29 PM

Can one read Adobe Epub Ebooks on the Kindle 2?

I ask this question because my local library is dramatically expanding their ebook collection, and most of the new books are only available in the Adobe Epub format. There are a few in Mobipocket format, which I gather can be read on the K2 with some effort.

I want to make sure that Adobe Epub DRM books cannot be read on the Kindle before I finally buy a Sony ereader.

Also, if I did read library books on K2 is there any chance that Amazon would take legal action? I gather Amazon doesn't approve of people reading library books with their hardware. Obviously, Amazon can identify those people who are reading the library books via the Whispernet.

Nate the great · 09-25-2009, 02:34 PM

No, sorry. You can't read Adobe Epub on the Kindle.

lisreed · 09-25-2009, 02:34 PM

No you can't read adobe epub books on the kindle. Sony, the cybook Opus and some other devices you can though.

BookishMom · 09-25-2009, 05:04 PM

Yes, you can, but you have to strip the DRM, then convert the format to MobiPocket (via Calibre or however) in order to read it on the Kindle. It's doable, but up to you regarding whether or not you feel comfortable with stripping DRM (technically and otherwise) and converting formats.

I hope to get a Sony (or maybe the new iRex 800 coming out) in addition to my Kindle so I can read library books on it, and AZ books on my Kindle. (And so my kids won't fight so much over the K1 they now share.)

Sydney's Mom · 09-25-2009, 06:05 PM

You can find threads discussing the morality of converting library books to read on a device other than the Sony. I for one look forward to the headline "Defendant reads library books!" Now, if I keep the books forever, or send them to someone else, then I consider it stealing, but that is JMHO.

BookishMom · 09-25-2009, 08:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sydney's Mom

You can find threads discussing the morality of converting library books to read on a device other than the Sony. I for one look forward to the headline "Defendant reads library books!" Now, if I keep the books forever, or send them to someone else, then I consider it stealing, but that is JMHO.

I agree with you, and I think most others would, too.

piznattipat · 01-09-2011, 04:13 PM

i'll sort through legal debate of drm and read lectures about my lack of tech savvy. i just want to read on my kindle ! and i'm humbling asking for your help!

i've downloaded adobe digital editions and books from my local library. I've downloaded calibre as well. i open calibre and attempt to add the book from my adobe digital editions library...but there's nothing there. the book is there when i open adobe digital editions. but calibre doesn't seem to find it, even when i set it recognize all formats.
what am i doing wrong? please help.

i think if i could get it in calibre, i can covert and get it on my kindle...but i'm missing something. any help is appreciated. thanks.

HarryT · 01-09-2011, 04:35 PM

Please don't ask for assistance with removing DRM - it's against our site policy. A Google search for "Apprentice Alf" may provide enlightenment.

09-25-2009, 02:29 PM	#1
stygian Member Posts: 12 Karma: 12 Join Date: Aug 2009 Device: kindle 2, sony prs-600 (prospective)	Are library books in Adobe Epub format readable on Kindle? Can one read Adobe Epub Ebooks on the Kindle 2? I ask this question because my local library is dramatically expanding their ebook collection, and most of the new books are only available in the Adobe Epub format. There are a few in Mobipocket format, which I gather can be read on the K2 with some effort. I want to make sure that Adobe Epub DRM books cannot be read on the Kindle before I finally buy a Sony ereader. Also, if I did read library books on K2 is there any chance that Amazon would take legal action? I gather Amazon doesn't approve of people reading library books with their hardware. Obviously, Amazon can identify those people who are reading the library books via the Whispernet. Last edited by stygian; 09-25-2009 at 02:37 PM.

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09-25-2009, 02:34 PM	#2
Nate the great Sir Penguin of Edinburgh Posts: 12,375 Karma: 23555235 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: DC Metro area Device: Shake a stick plus 1	No, sorry. You can't read Adobe Epub on the Kindle.

09-25-2009, 02:34 PM	#3
lisreed Addict Posts: 281 Karma: 1301 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Upstate NY Device: Nook GlowLight 3	No you can't read adobe epub books on the kindle. Sony, the cybook Opus and some other devices you can though.

09-25-2009, 05:04 PM	#4
BookishMom Connoisseur Posts: 66 Karma: 1038 Join Date: May 2009 Device: K1, K2, and iPad. :)	Yes, you can, but you have to strip the DRM, then convert the format to MobiPocket (via Calibre or however) in order to read it on the Kindle. It's doable, but up to you regarding whether or not you feel comfortable with stripping DRM (technically and otherwise) and converting formats. I hope to get a Sony (or maybe the new iRex 800 coming out) in addition to my Kindle so I can read library books on it, and AZ books on my Kindle. (And so my kids won't fight so much over the K1 they now share.)

09-25-2009, 06:05 PM	#5
Sydney's Mom Wizard Posts: 2,896 Karma: 6995721 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Idaho, on the side of a mountain Device: Kindle Oasis, Fire 3d Gen and 5th Gen and Samsung Tab S	You can find threads discussing the morality of converting library books to read on a device other than the Sony. I for one look forward to the headline "Defendant reads library books!" Now, if I keep the books forever, or send them to someone else, then I consider it stealing, but that is JMHO.

01-09-2011, 04:13 PM	#7
piznattipat Junior Member Posts: 4 Karma: 10 Join Date: Jan 2011 Device: kindle	i'll sort through legal debate of drm and read lectures about my lack of tech savvy. i just want to read on my kindle ! and i'm humbling asking for your help! i've downloaded adobe digital editions and books from my local library. I've downloaded calibre as well. i open calibre and attempt to add the book from my adobe digital editions library...but there's nothing there. the book is there when i open adobe digital editions. but calibre doesn't seem to find it, even when i set it recognize all formats. what am i doing wrong? please help. i think if i could get it in calibre, i can covert and get it on my kindle...but i'm missing something. any help is appreciated. thanks.

01-09-2011, 04:35 PM	#8
HarryT eBook Enthusiast Posts: 85,544 Karma: 93383043 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: UK Device: Kindle Oasis 2, iPad Pro 10.5", iPhone 6	Please don't ask for assistance with removing DRM - it's against our site policy. A Google search for "Apprentice Alf" may provide enlightenment.

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