My kindle has survived bouncing in my backpack, in the cage of my walker,
falling off my bed, and me squeezing the cover while having a tooth extracted. Because of the lack of back lighting my DH gave me the LED light that Amazon has on their page as a recommendation. I was a little disappointed in the cover so I just ordered this:

http://www.buymedge.com

It looks like it may be a little sturdier than what Amazon sent. I think the books are transferred over Whispernet which is a Sprint product so if Sprint is in your area you will not have any trouble getting books. I love the ability to change fonts. Initially I had some difficulty holding the machine because of my stroke hand, but you can adapt very quickly. I am very happy with this toy and think all you hard core readers out there will like it also. Plus, I feel like I am saving a tree or two.

karen