Daithi -
When I'm home I definitely prefer the DX for reading novels because of the screen size but it is quite heavy and the right hand only buttons distract me because I keep trying to press the non-existent left hand side buttons.
I have a nice
lap desk that I use with my laptop that works great with the DX since the back of the lap desk tilts. Also,
M-Edge has DX cases that open like a steno pad and can be used to stand the DX upright for reading at a table or desk.
Personally, I like reading anything on a larger screen because I don't have to turn the page as frequently.