You Downloaded the App, Now Download the Drama: How to Buy Kindle Books (Because Apparently, It's Not as Easy as Pointing and Clicking)
Let's face it, folks. We all love the convenience of the Amazon app. One-click ordering for that bag of gummy bears you definitely don't need? Check. Super-fast delivery of that new yoga mat you'll probably use once? Delivered. But what about snagging that hot new Kindle book everyone's raving about? Well, that's where things get a little...interesting.
Hold on a Sec, You Can't Buy WHAT from the App?
Tip: Read slowly to catch the finer details.
Yep, you read that right. Due to a disagreement between Amazon and the app store over who gets a bigger slice of the e-commerce pie (seriously, it's like watching toddlers fight over Legos), you can't directly purchase Kindle books through the Amazon app. Yes, this means no more impulsive purchases fueled by enticing cover art and those oh-so-tempting "Look Inside" snippets. Consider this a test of your true bookworm commitment.
QuickTip: Focus on one line if it feels important.
Fear Not, Fellow Bibliophiles! There's a Workaround (But It Does Involve Putting on Pants)
QuickTip: Pay close attention to transitions.
Okay, maybe putting on pants is optional. But here's the deal:
Tip: Take a sip of water, then continue fresh.
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Escape the App and Embrace the Browser: Yep, you gotta ditch the comfy confines of the app and venture into the wild world of your phone's internet browser. Scary, right? Don't worry, it won't bite (unless you accidentally click on a suspicious pop-up ad, but that's a story for another time).
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Navigate to the Land of E-Lit: Head over to the Amazon website (m.amazon.com on your phone) and search for your desired book. Kindle versions should be clearly marked.
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Clickety-Click, Buy, Buy, Buy!: Once you've found your literary treasure, clicking "Buy Now" is all it takes. You can even choose which device you want the book delivered to (your phone's Kindle app, a friend's Kindle, heck, even an actual Kindle if you're feeling fancy).
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Abracadabra, Book Magic! Once the purchase is complete, the book will magically appear in your Kindle app library, ready to be devoured.
Bonus Tip: Bookmark the Mobile Kindle Store for Faster Access
Who wants to type out that whole web address every time? Be a rebel and bookmark the mobile Kindle store (https://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Store/s?rh=n%3A133140011&page=2) for a one-click jump to book-buying bliss.
So there you have it! A slightly-more-complicated-than-it-should-be way to buy Kindle books through the Amazon app (sort of). But hey, at least you'll have a fantastic new book to distract you from the existential dread of why everything can't just be easy.
Happy reading, you fantastic bookworms!
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