The Kobo Elipsa 2E stands out as a compelling choice for students. As the back-to-school season approaches, students and educators alike are on the lookout for tech gadgets that can make the upcoming academic year a smoother experience. Let’s explore how the Kobo Elipsa 2E is an ideal companion for school, especially in terms of reading and writing functionalities. I’ll also add a few reflections on the subject by the great Canadian writer, my favourite writer in fact, Robertson Davies from his famous lectures appropriately titles, “Reading” and “Writing.” Read this blog article, then follow the directions below for a chance to win a Kobo Elipsa 2E.

Kobo Elipsa 2E: reading and writing just got easier

The Kobo Elipsa 2E isn’t just another e-reader; it’s an all-in-one digital notebook that allows you to read, annotate, and write, all with the flick of a stylus. Its sleek design and large 10.3-inch E Ink display make it easy on the eyes, ensuring a comfortable reading experience for prolonged periods. It includes all of the features that we have come to love about Kobo ereaders and more. To learn more about its features, read the detailed, honest review by Ted Kritsonis on the blog. Let’s explore its two main functions, reading and writing, in a bit more depth in the next two sections.

Reading with the Kobo Elipsa 2E

A Vast Library

With access to over 6 million titles easily downloadable from the Kobo store and millions more that you can quickly and easily “borrow” from your local library, from academic textbooks to bestselling novels, the Kobo Elipsa 2E ensures that you’ll never run out of reading material. Moreover, the device can support various file formats, such as PDF, EPUB, and more, making it a versatile choice for students.

Annotations and Highlights

The Kobo Elipsa 2 lets you annotate and highlight texts as you read, which can be especially useful for academic reading. The stylus offers a pen-like experience, so you can jot down notes in the margins, underline important sentences, and bookmark pages for quick access later.

Robertson Davies on Reading

Renowned Canadian novelist Robertson Davies discusses the essence of reading in his famous essay on the subject. According to Davies, reading is not merely the act of decoding words on a page but a process of deep engagement and contemplation. Contrary to what you might think, Davies doesn’t just advise reading the classics. No, he advise we read old and new, deep and not so deep. Importantly, he suggests you read slowly and re-read the works that speak to you with “special intimacy.” I agree with him that, “Nobody ever reads the same book twice.” Each time I’ve read his “Rebel Angels” or “What’s Bred in the Bone” or “Fifth Business” I was a different person, and, the book was quite different for the new me.

Writing with the Kobo Elipsa 2

Seamless Digital Notebook

Writing is an essential skill for students, and the Kobo Elipsa 2E’s digital notebook feature makes this activity effortless. Whether you’re jotting down lecture notes or brainstorming ideas for your next assignment, the Kobo Elipsa 2E is as versatile as a traditional notebook, but without the bulk.

Convert Handwritten Notes

One of the most innovative features of the Kobo Elipsa 2E is its ability to convert handwritten notes to typed text, making it easier for you to organize and search your notes later on.

Robertson Davies on Writing

Robertson Davies also provides unique insight into “Writing.” According to him, writing is a form of self-exploration and a way to articulate complex thoughts and emotions. He spends a good deal of this essay discussing his responses to common questions mailed to him. One of my favourites is his answer to the question, “Where do you get your ideas from?” His answer: “I don’t get ideas, they get me.” I have found that too: ideas take over your thoughts and that can happen at any hour. Make the Kobo Elipsa 2E your constant companion and you will be prepared to jot down those ideas when they appear before your mind’s eye—and they’ll be yours forever.

The Kobo Elipsa 2E is an exceptional tool for reading and writing, aligning well with the principles laid out by Robertson Davies. As you prepare for the upcoming school year, consider making the Kobo Elipsa 2E your go-to device for all your academic needs.

How to enter

Entering this contest is easy and you can enter in two different ways:

  1. In a comment below: tell us the name of a book (title and author) you would like to re-read using the Kobo Elipsa 2E and how this device will help you get more from that book than you ever have in the past.
  2. In the comment below the review article, tell us which two features discussed by Ted would help you the most if you had this device while going to school.

What you can win

At the end of the contest, we will randomly select one winner from all eligible entries to receive a new Kobo Elipsa E2.

This contest runs from August 24th to Sept 7th.

Remember you can enter up to two times as mentioned above. If you’re convinced that the Kobo Elipsa 2 is the right fit for your academic journey, don’t miss the chance to win one. Tell your family and friends to help you win by entering too.

Win a Kobo Elipsa 2E ereader Rules and Regulations

Good luck.

Martin Renaud
Martin Renaud
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Martin loves working with the talented editors and writers on the Best Buy Blog as Editor-in-Chief. During his spare time he is either working on his next novel, cooking up a masterpiece in the kitchen, or adding some smart tech to his new home on Mayne Island in British Columbia.
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  1. i would read the notebook by nicholas sparks! I love how you can increase the font size. Makes it much easier to read.

  3. I think being able to instantly borrow books from the library and being able to highlight and add notes would be great features!

  7. How to Keep House While Drowning by KC Davis. The notes to text feature would be great to be able to keep track of where I’m at, any thoughts while I’m reading, etc.

  10. I would re-read “Demon Copperhead” by Barbara Kingsolver and this device would help me highlight quotes I enjoy.

  13. Would love to re-read “The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo” by Stieg Larsson. The author has such a way with words, that I would love to be able to highlight and makes notes of special texts and phrases using the Kobo Elipsa 2E.

  15. I would re-read Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J. K. Rowling using the Kobo Elipsa 2E and I’ll get more out of it because I can highlight and annotate text easily on the Kobo.

  16. I would love to re-read on the Kobo Elipsa 2E the book The French Exit. Would help with making notes of the places they visited.

  19. I would like to re-read a graphic novel like The Discworld Graphic Novels by Terry Pratchett, as the larger size of this ereader would make them more enjoyable.

  20. I’d like to re-read A Promised Land by Barack Obama and it would be a lot better with the screen size. Plus it is compatible with Libby app from TPL which is amazing

  21. The rechargeable battery in the stylus will make life easier because I have fat fingers when changing batteries.

    The yellow confort light will be easier on my eyes when reading a lot.

  22. I’ve been wanting to read ‘Me’ by Elton John. I think the size of the device would be perfect for reading books.

  24. I’d read the Narnia series by CS Lewis again. I think the formfactor of this device would make it easier to get through the series!

  25. I I would read Diana Gabaldon the Outlander.

    The ability to record notes and covert them into type will help me contribute to our book club.

  26. I would definitely reread all of Robert Fulgham’s books. And the fact that you can highlite sections, as well as save a page without having to bend the corner (hehe), that is perfect!

  29. I would re-read ‘Passage to India’ by E. M. Forster. An e reader would help my tired eyes read every word and get more understanding from this amazing book.

  30. I would read Cryptonomicon by Neal Stephenson. I think the large format and stylus would be neat to play around with

  36. I would like to reread The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid. This device will help me get more from the book because I will be able to annotate and highlight passages!

  38. I would re-read The Lord of the Rings by J. R. R. Tolkien and the Kobo Elipsa 2E would allow me to use the stylus to make notes

  39. I would like to reread the mystery alphabet series by Sue Grafton. I read some of them as I could find them at the library, but wasn’t able to read all of them or even in order. I would love to be able to read them in order and see what I missed! I can’t imagine the ease of accessibility with 6 million books online!

  40. I love the convenience of carrying this reader. The screen size is just perfect.and the ability to adjust size/lighting…. especially in the off school hours when I can indulge in a bit of mystery reading..

  41. I would love to re-read Elton John’s “ME”. The 10.3-inch screen would be great to help me read longer without getting tired eyes, The ability to annotate and highlight text while reading AND converting handwritten notes to typed text would be a great time saver, too.

  42. How to stand up for yourself by Judy Murphy. I have an eye that goes lazy from time to time and I’ve noticed things get worse when reading on the mobile so having Kobo to read from, would make things much easier for me and I can write notes on it to get back to easily.

  45. I would love to re-read on the Kobo Elipsa 2E is The Boys on the Tracks by Mara Leveritt. This device would help me be able to highlight key points and give me light as well as the ability to zoom in. Also keep me exactly where I left off and I would have the book saved in one device to take with me anywhere to read anytime I want.

  46. The World According to Garp by John Irving. The annotations and highlights will be very useful to outline the important life lessons from this geat book.

  48. Dune – Frank Herbert actually the whole dune series. Being able to take notes would help me keep track of the people and history in the books.

  50. Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling. This will help me notice more details when reading with the ability to make annotations.

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