[CharredScribe]

Hi all. I have just started using Calibre and have a question about using collections. Previously, I used collections created on the device (Aura HD). I also only bought books via Kobobooks.com.

Now, I am using Calibre and I have figured out how to create collections via the "add your own columns" function, and how to get sideloaded books to automatically go into a specific collection. What I cannot figure out is how to automatically add Kobo-purchased books to those same collections. I can do it manually of course via the device, but is there a way to do it automatically now that the Kobo books are already purchased and on the device?

Additional questions:
- Calibre won't save the Kobo books as it says they are virtual. Is there a way to get the Kobo-purchased books into the same library list as the sideloaded books?.
- Is there a way to use Calibre to change books to from "unread" to "read"?

Thanks in advance for your help. I am VERY new to Calibre so you may need to explain things to me like I'm 5!