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Originally Posted by lumpynose
I'm not exactly sure what Timboli is thinking of making but what I think would work for me is something like Calibre's catalog, but have it fetch the metadata you get when you do Download metadata and covers.
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Unlike most in this thread, I don't mind opening books when deciding what to read next; it's all part of the fun.
Yes, Calibre will download metadata and covers (though I prefer the list view). You can then put the description at the beginning of the book. You can tell Calibre where to look for blurb etc. To place this at the beginning of a book, get the metadata (blurb) you prefer, convert the book even if it's into the same format, and click the tab "structure detection" and the box "put metadata at beginning of book" then "ok".
Lots of description will appear at the start of the ebook.
I never connect the kindle to wi-fi because I don't have it; all my internet is wired. I hate wi-fi (I've even refused to have a Smart Meter for this reason.) I registered the kindle at a friend's house. I sideload everything, even the books bought from Amazon: "transfer via usb" and they don't have the ability to see any description before opening the book. I'm using a fairly elderly Paperwhite 2 with firmware 5.9.7 which I'm happy with for now.
Tried a Kobo Clara HD, took it back because of uneven lighting. Gave a Kobo Mini to a friend, if only it had a frontlight!