Content Converting from Kindle format to nook

varelov · 10-27-2010, 01:01 AM

There's this wonderful book that I'd really LOVE to read that I found on Amazon that is offered in Kindle format. B&N has the same book but only in hard print format, no digital. I have a nook and no intention of buying a Kindle just for one book. If I download that book as a Kindle book, will I be able to convert its format to a nook- friendly format?

duckeedoug · 10-27-2010, 01:45 AM

In theory yes, however due to the fact that it requires breaking DRM it is not an appropriate topic for this forum.

wallcraft · 10-27-2010, 01:48 AM

See pc kindle book to sony prs-650 ?

The Sony's read DRM-free ePub, just like the Nook.

ETobias · 11-27-2010, 11:18 PM

BN representative told me that Nook cannot read Kindle's format. Per the representative, it was Amazon's decision.

HelenaJole · 11-27-2010, 11:22 PM

You could try http://inkmesh.com/ and see if it's available in epub anywhere.

susan_cassidy · 11-27-2010, 11:29 PM

You could always download the Kindle for PC app, and read it on your pc.

abookreader · 11-28-2010, 07:44 AM

nook reads ePub format

Kindle reads azw (same as mobi or prc) or sometimes Topaz format. I point this out because most Amazon kindle books are azw files, but some of those more "rare" not widely available books are Topaz. Usually badly scanned, horribly formatted, not proof read Topaz.

to read the file on your nook you need to buy the book, take off the DRM and convert it - then transfer it to the nook

Very easy if you have an azw file. More difficult with Topaz but still usually doable.

Read the thread wallcraft pointed to

rcuadro · 11-28-2010, 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by ETobias

BN representative told me that Nook cannot read Kindle's format. Per the representative, it was Amazon's decision.

This is true... but the books can be converted into ePub and that is something the nook can read.

Like mentioned above, you need to remove the DRM, convert the book using a program like Calibre, and then upload into your nook.

abookreader · 11-28-2010, 11:33 AM

well of course it is possible. People do it all the time. I've done it.

Whether or not it is something you'll choose to do is another question. But it is definitely possible.

desertgrandma · 11-28-2010, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by ETobias

BN representative told me that Nook cannot read Kindle's format. Per the representative, it was Amazon's decision.

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DMSmillie · 11-28-2010, 07:00 PM

Bear in mind that not all ebooks sold via Amazon have DRM, so it might be as simple as purchasing the Kindle version and using Calibre to convert to EPUB format, without any need for stripping DRM.

rcuadro · 11-28-2010, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by PhillipA82

Unfortunately it is not possible !

Not true. I do

rcuadro · 11-28-2010, 09:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ETobias

BN representative told me that Nook cannot read Kindle's format. Per the representative, it was Amazon's decision.

I doubt that a B&N rep knows the ins and outs of Amazon... though I am pretty sure he is right

10-27-2010, 01:01 AM	#1
varelov Enthusiast Posts: 44 Karma: 1590 Join Date: Oct 2010 Device: nook	Converting from Kindle format to nook There's this wonderful book that I'd really LOVE to read that I found on Amazon that is offered in Kindle format. B&N has the same book but only in hard print format, no digital. I have a nook and no intention of buying a Kindle just for one book. If I download that book as a Kindle book, will I be able to convert its format to a nook- friendly format?

11-28-2010, 07:00 PM	#11
DMSmillie Enquiring Mind Posts: 562 Karma: 42350 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: London, UK Device: Kindle 3 (WiFi)	Bear in mind that not all ebooks sold via Amazon have DRM, so it might be as simple as purchasing the Kindle version and using Calibre to convert to EPUB format, without any need for stripping DRM. Last edited by DMSmillie; 11-28-2010 at 07:01 PM. Reason: got mobi and epub muddled

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duckeedoug Zealot Posts: 122 Karma: 160 Join Date: Mar 2008 Device: Sony PRS 505	In theory yes, however due to the fact that it requires breaking DRM it is not an appropriate topic for this forum.

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wallcraft reader Posts: 6,977 Karma: 5183568 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Mississippi, USA Device: Kindle 3, Kobo Glo HD	See pc kindle book to sony prs-650 ? The Sony's read DRM-free ePub, just like the Nook.

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ETobias Junior Member Posts: 1 Karma: 10 Join Date: Nov 2010 Device: Nook	BN representative told me that Nook cannot read Kindle's format. Per the representative, it was Amazon's decision.

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HelenaJole Connoisseur Posts: 88 Karma: 580 Join Date: Aug 2010 Device: Kindle 3	You could try http://inkmesh.com/ and see if it's available in epub anywhere.

11-27-2010, 11:29 PM	#6
susan_cassidy Wizard Posts: 2,251 Karma: 3720310 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: USA Device: Kindle, iPad (not used much for reading)	You could always download the Kindle for PC app, and read it on your pc.

11-28-2010, 07:44 AM	#7
abookreader Wizard Posts: 1,516 Karma: 2567610 Join Date: Oct 2009 Device: Kindles - Keyboard, Fire, 2-US, iPhone, iPAD	nook reads ePub format Kindle reads azw (same as mobi or prc) or sometimes Topaz format. I point this out because most Amazon kindle books are azw files, but some of those more "rare" not widely available books are Topaz. Usually badly scanned, horribly formatted, not proof read Topaz. to read the file on your nook you need to buy the book, take off the DRM and convert it - then transfer it to the nook Very easy if you have an azw file. More difficult with Topaz but still usually doable. Read the thread wallcraft pointed to

11-28-2010, 11:33 AM	#9
abookreader Wizard Posts: 1,516 Karma: 2567610 Join Date: Oct 2009 Device: Kindles - Keyboard, Fire, 2-US, iPhone, iPAD	well of course it is possible. People do it all the time. I've done it. Whether or not it is something you'll choose to do is another question. But it is definitely possible.