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Is there an ideal font or font size to read an eBook? LinkedIn users in the Kindle Users group have been discussing this question. (LinkedIn is a great resource for digital publishers and eReaders owners to explore new technologies with like minded people. To find out about eBook related groups, check out our list of 5 LinkedIn Groups For eBook Readers).

A user named Dan Dalton, posed the question: “What is the best font and size for an ebook? I am using garamond 12.”

Brian Lawrenson shared: “I’ve used Verdana 12 for my 28 books. It seems the simpler the better.”

Richard Ochoa wrote: “Just use twelve point font. The reader can adjust the font size to whatever he/she prefers on the device.”

What font and size do you use?

 

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Many publishing professionals are slow to adopt eReaders. If you are one of these newbies who has finally come around to getting an eReader, there are some excellent LinkedIn groups you can join to discuss eReaders, raise questions and share tricks for your eReader.

1.E-Books/E-Readers:”When you enjoy e-books (or ebooks, digital books) and have a cybook, ilead, iPad sony, kindle, hanlin lbook, starEbook, soribook, Eslick or any other brand ebook / digital book reader / eReader [eReaders] / e-reader [e-readers] (or consider buying one) join this group to share idea’s & links, give recommendations and tips.”

2. Nook Owners: “This group is for Nook Owners – talk about your experience using the Nook, share your favorite books with others and give input for improvements.”

3. Kindle Users: “This group is for Kindle owners, enthusiasts, and those who would like to learn more about the Amazon Kindle e-book reader. The group is also open to those that use the Kindle app on all other platforms.”

4. iPhone/iPad Group

5. Google Android