Booklovers love Kobo eReaders. Their newest one, the Kobo Elipsa, is the first from Kobo to use a stylus that lets you do so much more with your e-reader. With new features that offer a great reading experience, the Elipsa will sure change your reading habits. In this contest, Best Buy and Kobo are giving you a chance to win one of three Kobo eReaders: an Elipsa, a Libra H2O, and a Nia. These prizes were tested by Best Buy Blog Editor, Martin Renaud, and now we are giving them away. Read this article to learn my top five things you can do with an Elipsa, then enter for a chance to win one of three Kobo ereaders.

Get more than just an eReader with Kobo

I’m sure many avid readers would agree that all of us have different reading habits. For me I like to engage with a book in many ways. If you take one book from my bookshelf, it’s likely that you’d see an assortment of scribblings on every page, some underlines, highlights, annotations—even drawings. It’s my way of active reading, which helps me understand better. That’s why when I learned about the Kobo Elipsa, I became so excited to know that I can do all these with an e-reader.

If you want to know more about this line of Kobo eReaders, read Martin Renaud’s recent review comparing the Kobo Elipsa, Libra H2O, and Nia. You can also watch a video of his review. And be sure to check out the complete Kobo selection available at Best Buy.

Kobo just released some new e-readers in the past month (Kobo Sage and Kobo Libra 2) and we’ll be reviewing those on the blog very soon.

5 tips to make the most out of your Kobo Elipsa

My favourite of the three e-readers we are giving away in this contest is the Kobo Elipsa. Whether you’re reading at home, on the train, or on a good alone time at a café, there are so many things you can do with an Elipsa. Here I share a few tips that I believe will improve your reading experience.

1. Build a virtual library at your fingertips

Kobo has millions of titles available on its database that you can download on all Kobo eReaders, from the Kobo Nia to Libra H2O. From the Kobo store, you can easily find and download a whole lot of titles you want, from novels, poetry, autobiographies, nonfiction, to self-help. And the best thing is that you have all of them in one place, so you can always pick one that suits your mood anytime of the day.

The 10.3 inch Kobo Elipsa is easy to carry. Pack it up in your bag, and you have with you your entire virtual library wherever you go.

2. Mark up the page with the Kobo eReader stylus

If you’re like me who likes to scribble a lot right on the page. You’ll be so impressed with how the Kobo Elipsa lets you do this on an e-reader. The Elipsa features a dedicated stylus which is great to accompany your every reading.

Jot down your thoughts as you read right on the page. Comment on what you think about a certain character or scene. Write down quick reactions like whoa! for sections where you find some writing that impresses you. Draw sad face emojis for harrowing events, or a lightbulb for great ideas. After finishing a book, your annotations bookmark the sections you want to read again or come back to in your book club discussions, if you’re part of one.

3. Turn your Kobo Elipsa into your all-in-one notepad

With the Kobo Elipsa, you can create multiple notebooks all in one place. Open a lined notebook for your daily journal, a dotted notebook for a customized planner, a grid notebook for your mathematical charts and diagrams, or a plain white page for your sketches. Whatever you need a notebook for, you can create one the way you like it. And the best part is you can then transfer them to your own computer.

4. Get quick reference access

The Kobo Elipsa, as well as other Kobo eReaders like the Kobo Nia and Libra H2O give you quick access to the built-in dictionary or Wikipedia with a touch of a finger. When you’re using the dictionary, simply press and hold on a word that you want defined. Then as you see a line appear below the word, lift your finger and the definition will flash on the screen.

Kobo offer several dictionaries in different languages, so you can add a dictionary in the language you need. This feature really comes in handy, as it saves you the hassle of checking the definition from a physical or online dictionary.

5. Borrow books from Overdrive

The Kobo Elipsa has a built in Overdrive feature which allows you to borrow from your local public library. Similarly, you have access to Overdrive from the Kobo Nia or Libra H2O as well. Nowadays many major libraries across Canada lend ebooks through Overdrive and you only need your library card to have access to titles that your library has available on the free ebook database. Use your Kobo Elipsa to browse, download, and place a hold on select titles you want to read.

There’s a Kobo eReader for any type of reader

Apart from the Kobo Elipsa, there’s a whole range of Kobo eReaders for everyone. Fancy reading by the pool? The Kobo Libra H2O is a waterproof e-reader, which makes for a great companion for your beach vacations or even in your regular bath time. The Kobo Nia, on the other hand, is one of Kobo’s smallest e-readers that’s perfect for braving those jam-packed train rides with one hand on the handrail.

Know which Kobo eReader suits you by visiting the Kobo page on Best Buy Canada.

How to Enter

Entering this contest is easy and you can enter twice.

  1. In a comment below, tell us one book released this year you’d recommend to Best Buy Blog readers and why.
  2. In a comment on Martin’s review, tell us which among the Kobo Elipsa, Libra H2O, or Nia would you like to own and why.

What you will win

 

At the end of this contest, we’ll randomly select three eligible entries to receive one of the e-readers that Martin tested in his review: Kobo Libra H2O 7″ Digital eReader with Touchscreen, Kobo Nia 6″ Digital eReader with Touchscreen, and Kobo Elipsa Pack with 10.3″ Digital eReader, Stylus & SleepCover Case.

This contest runs from November 24th to December 8th.

Remember you can enter twice, by entering one comment below and another comment on Martin’s review. Once you’re done entering, feel free to browse for upcoming ebook releases for the new year and list all of them in a piece of paper you can pin on a wall. Do it for good luck! Who knows you might be reading all of them soon on your very own e-reader.

Win a Kobo eReader Contest Rules and Regulations

Good luck!

Chris Nasaire
Chris Nasaire
Chris is constantly on the lookout for new tech that can make day-to-day productivity fun and easy—from the latest coffee machines to high-performing laptops. Outside of his exciting role as an editor at Best Buy Canada, he writes short fiction and travel stories, with some of his work appearing in local literary magazines.

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  4. The one book I made a note to read is “The Sugar Brain Fix”. I put it in my notes, on my cell phone and still have not bought it. I would definitely get it to read on one of these amazing Kobo Readers if I am lucky enough to win one.

  5. “Unreconciled · Family, Truth, and Indigenous Resistance” by Jesse Wente. A great read to understand how to build a new, respectful relationship between Canada and Indigenous peoples.

  6. “Rick Mercer Talking to Canadians: A Memoir”. Who doesn’t love Rick Mercer. He’s a comic genius and a true Canadian!

  7. The Rose Code by Kate Quinn was a good read and a departure from my usual style. Great characters and interesting WWII era story.

  8. KEEP SHARP: BUILD A BETTER BRAIN AT ANY AGE
    by Sanjay Gupta

    i love health-related or self help- type books…

  9. The Book of Hope: A Survival Guide for Trying Times by Jane Goodall. Jane is an iconic treasure and we need more Jane Goodall’s in this world.

  10. “Rick Mercer Talking to Canadians: A Memoir”. Who doesn’t love Rick Mercer. He’s a comic genius and a true Canadian!

  15. NCT DREAM’s ‘Dream A Dream Ver. 2’. They’re beautiful items. A slim photobook in the style of classic boy’s adventure books, with a fabric cover and gilded edges.

  16. I ploughing though Proust…what a challenge but I am determined to finish it even it takes until 2023!

  17. I’d say, “Surrounded by Idiots: The Four Types of Human Behavior and How to Effectively Communicate with Each in Business (and in Life) ”

    Because I think we all need it to live in this world.

  22. I’d recommend Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin. A great read about how to make the best of a chaotic environment.

  23. I recommend The Push by Canadian author, Ashley Audrain. This book is a psychological drama that is so creepy, fast-paced, and mysterious that I just couldn’t put it down–despite this genre not being my typical go-to.

  24. I recommend Joe Abercrombie’s books. For anyone who enjoys the grimdark subgenre of fantasy, his work is an essential read.

  27. Best book of 2021 was Baseball 100 by Joe Posnanski. Much more than baseball history. An excellent overview of the best players ever.

  29. I would recommend August into Winter. A great Canadian work of historical fiction with interesting, multi-faceted characters.

  32. i recommend…Where the Crawdads Sing, by Delia Owens..It’s about a young woman named Kya, who’s left to raise herself in the marshes of North Carolina when her family abandons her at a young age. There is so much to her story: romance, mystery, and a murder… and it takes place in the breathtaking backdrop of the South. It is an interesting book for all to read!

  33. I would recommend Chasing the Boogeyman book by Richard Chizmar. It is a great read, leaves you engaged and guessing all throughout the story. It is so well written….highly recommended

  34. My book recommendation is Partners in Lime, by Bree Baker, but it’s one in a series! The first is Live and Let Chai. It’s the Seaside Cafe mysteries. Its a cute, fun murder mystery series. I highly recommend them!

  38. The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood is such a fun story on love and how it can surprise you in more ways then one.

  39. The Code Breaker: Jennifer Doudna, Gene Editing, and the Future of the Human Race. If you are interested in science, medicine, history and the future, (and the acceptance of women in these fields) this is a great read.

  40. I would recommend False Witness by Karin Slaughter. The book is an exciting thriller that keeps you turning the pages

  41. Unfortunately, I don’t seem to have read any books that were released in 2021 as I’m working through my backlog. I can recommend 2 books I read Blueprint: The evolutionary origins of a good society by Nikolas A. Christakis which was thoight provoking and made one feel better about the world despite the way things have been since Covid started. And also All the light you cannot see by Anthony Doerr who won the Pulitzer in 2015. The intertwining stories during the war and descriptions of life from the perspective of a blind girl were fresh and interesting.

  42. American Marxism by Marc Levine. This well documented book expertly outlines the history, philosophies, people, and real agenda behind some of today’s radical change movements, including BLM, Antifa, Critical Race Theory, and the climate change alarmism that seem to have taken over our modern discourse. A must read.

  43. I love rock memoirs. I suggest Dave grohl book “the story teller” great story from the crib to the stage life of a rock star.. drummer to front man hes incredible. First foo fighters album he played every instrument and all vocals..thats alot of work..hes amazing

  46. Who doesn’t need a good laugh these days? Rick Mercer’s “Talking to Canadians: A Memoir” is definitely a tonic for these days! So great to see a new book from him.

  47. I recommend “Dark Roads” by Chevy Stevens. If you love a good thriller, this is sure to keep you reading. I couldn’t put this down, it was so suspenseful and the ending shocked me!

  48. I really like the Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro. It’s a coming-of-age story with our narrator, Kathy, reflecting on her relationship with her two best friends during their time in boarding school. Definitely worth a read.

  49. I would recommend CASTLE SHADE: A NOVEL OF SUSPENSE FEATURING MARY RUSSELL AND SHERLOCK HOLMES. I really enjoy Laurie R King. A real suspense thriller mystery! Her series of Sherlock Holmes novels are particularly captivating.

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