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:
- 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.
- 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.
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I would like to re-read Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett again. My current e-reader is old and doesn’t have any of these cool features.
i would read this book: How Not to Become a Little Old Lady by Mary McHugh. Reading it on the Kobo Elipsa 2E in large font would really help me get the story line on how to not become a little old lady as i age, but to act , talk and move differently and be & look younger than my stated age! 😉
I’d like to read catch me once catch me twice
! My current ereader is very old and certainly doesn’t have any of these wonderful features. I read for at least an hour every day, so this would be amazing. I can’t even imagine being able to take notes on the ereader.
I’d like to read Every Tool’s a Hammer by Adam Savage.
Would reread Lord of the Rings.
I would like to read David Copperfield again. I really enjoyed it. Still, taking notes would help one better keep track of the characters. This would be very helpful with Dickens in general.
Being able to make handwritten notes as I read, even underline sentences, and THEN be able to convert that handwriting to text would have greatly helped me in school. It would have saved me from having to type up any ideas and notes (as long as it converts well).
I would love to re-read The Game of Thrones so I can make notes beside all the characters to keep them separate in my mind as I am reading it.
I would want to re-read House of Leaves by Mark Z. Danielewski so I could write tons of notes in the margins and navigate the complex structure with renewed focus
I’d re-read Sir Callie and the Champions of Helston–and being able to make notes as I read would greatly enhance the re-read.
I’d re[read Lord of the Rings. The e-reader would allow me to increase the type size so it’s easier to read.
The ability to convert handwritten notes to typed text, would be so helpful and save so much study time. I also love to read.
I remember reading Robertson Davies the 5th Business. It’s time for a reread.
I would like to reread Atomic Habits by James Clear. The larger font will be easier for me to read this time
I would like to read the King James Bible on the Kobo Elipsa 2E. It would be easier on my eyes to read by adjusting the text size.
like to read
I would like to read Harry Potter
would be great for my granddaughter
I would love to reread Verity by Colleen Hoover! It is one of my favourite books. I’ve been trying to use a 10 year old iPad and it is so slow! Would love a chance to win!
I’d likely re-read Neuromancer by William Gibson and use the ability to mark up the book to see which things he wrote about came to be and how the future he wrote about is different from our present time
Angels & Demons by Dan Brown. Great portable size so I can take it more places 5o read up quicker.
Would love to re-read Shutter Island by Dennis Lehane and write notes so I can follow along. I like the addition of yellow light on the reader to read into the night, as well as the stylus for taking notes
The ability to convert my written work to text
I would love to re-read Robyn Carr’s Return To Virgin River… It would be so nice to not have to flip pages!
I would like to read Zero Days by Ruth Ware! I used to be a voracious reader as a pre-pubescent teenager; books were my only friends at a time when I felt extremely lonely, isolated, and anxious. But, over the years, adulthood has crept it, I’ve moved around a lot, and I don’t find reading on my computer or phone relaxing or stimulating. Forget about collecting physical books, as I’m always moving around!
An e-reader would rejuvenate my love for reading and allow me to incorporate reading and learning back into my routines! I can’t wait to dive into the newer books and escape into those fantasies again.
like to read
I would love to read Brett Farve’s Autobigraphy using the Kobo Elipsa 2E
Would be great to read my favorite books, best wishes
I have a lot of authors that I love and read every new release. I love Sherrilyn Kenyon and I could read her book Acheron over and over. It really delved into all the character history and tied all the books together. I often borrow from the library as I am no longer accumulating stuff and the wait is lengthy. This would be a wonderful way to aquire my favourite books.
I would love to re-read The Viper by John Verdon using the Kobo Elipsa 2E, it would be much better than lugging the big paper copy around!
I would love to re-read Midnight Library by Matt Haig using the Kobo Elipsa 2E. I get a lot of headaches so the ability to have a softer background light would help tremendously. I also love to read on the go, having something lightweight, that takes up minimal room in my bag would allow me to read the Midnight Library more on the go.
I’d love to read The Illiad of Homer. Having this would be great to make annotations and help understand how the work fits together
I would love to reread the classic Dracula by Bram Stoker.
I would re-read Catcher in the Rye and annotate it. I have read it several times before but I haven’t annotated it because writing in books feels illegal. If I had had it while going to school I would have taken notes on it for sure.
The Blind Assassin, by Margaret Atwood-Would be easier on my eyes and could bring any where–
Eve Forward’s Villians by Necessity, love that book and would love to re-read it, having a Kobo would be amazing as my eyes are not as good as they used to be and reading is much easier with adjustable text size. Thanks for hosting this contest !
I would reread The Blade Itself by Joe Abercrombie and the highlighting feature would let me get more out of it
I would re read Kurt Vonnegut’s Slaughterhouse Five because it’s one of my favourite books. I like the Kobo reader’s ability to convert handwriting to text and its large screen.
I would re read Nozicks ‘anarchy state and utopia’ and use the annotating features to make notes
I would re-read Stieg Larson’s , ‘The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo’ – A little larger print would be better for me…no more squinting !
I would read Joe Posnanski’s “Baseball 100” on the Kobo Elipsa 2E…i could use the note taking to remind myself to check highlights of some of the players.
Wuthering Heights…..love the stylus “pen” for making notes, etc.
I want to read “Lessons in Chemistry” by Bonnie Garmus. This would help me, because I wreck physical books carting them around!
I would to re-read the Harry Potter series! The Kobo Elipsa 2E will allow me to do that, while saving my marriage as my husband is getting irritated with my lamp staying on for hours while I read before bed and he is trying to sleep 🙂
I would like to read the entire Grey Man series.
Love to read
I would reread Stieg Larson’s The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo – it would be great to adjust the font size for comfortable reading.
I’d love to read Harry Potter. Would be easier on my eyes and could bring any where.
I would love to read Jodi Picoult’s “Wish you were Here” on the Kobo Elipsa 2E. I think it will be better on this reader due to the size of the reader making it easier on my eyes.
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