Some folks say there’s nothing like curling up with a great book — but how about a free one?
We’d argue that’s even better, so we looked into the best ways to download free ebooks for your Amazon Kindle — and for Kobo or Nook users too.
All the free Kindle titles mentioned in this guide can be obtained at no cost. You won’t need a subscription or a credit card to access them.
Beyond tapping into your public library, we found numerous resources offering free ebooks to readers. Our selections include:
- Amazon
- Libby
- BookBub
- Book Lending
- eReaderIQ
- Project Gutenberg
- ManyBooks
- Free Booksy
- Centsless Books
- One Hundred Free Books
10 Places to Download Free Kindle Books
Below are the top ways to download free Kindle books to your e-reader. Some platforms can deliver books wirelessly straight to your Kindle; others require transferring files via USB. In any case, they’re free reads.
1. Amazon
You might be surprised to learn the obvious answer is often best: Amazon itself offers free ebooks on its site. To find them, try searching “free ebooks” on Amazon. It’s that straightforward.
This is one of the simplest approaches to get free ebooks. Once you claim a title, it’s yours permanently — and there are free options across many genres.
2. Libby
Even in the digital era, local libraries remain invaluable, offering free ebooks among their resources. The Libby app from OverDrive is a popular way to browse and check out digital books from your library.
Libby supports Amazon Kindle, Kobo, smartphones, and tablets, so you can read on whatever device you prefer. All you need is a valid library card. Libby functions like your neighborhood library — you may have to place holds on popular titles.
3. BookBub
If you love discovering new reads, try BookBub. It offers a wide selection of free and discounted ebooks for Kindle, Kobo, Nook, and other devices. You can browse manually or see editor picks.
BookBub also sends a daily email newsletter highlighting the best free and discounted books tailored to your tastes once you sign up — perfect for avid readers.
4. Book Lending
Do you remember lending physical books to friends and family? Book Lending brings that concept online by connecting readers who want to borrow with owners willing to lend titles for free.
Amazon lets Kindle owners lend eligible ebooks for a limited time. Book Lending helps pair readers with people who can share those books. It’s a risk-free way to access titles your library might not carry.
5. eReaderIQ
Some free-book services don’t host books themselves but make it easier to find Amazon’s free offerings. If you dislike browsing Amazon, check out eReaderIQ, a site focused on finding great ebook deals.
You can view current Kindle ebook discounts on Amazon or filter for free books. The site also tracks price history for specific titles and lets you set alerts so you can grab a book at the right time.
6. Project Gutenberg
Project Gutenberg has been around for ages and offers more than 60,000 free ebooks. Its mission is to “encourage the creation and distribution of ebooks,” primarily by supplying public-domain works.
Ideal for lovers of classic literature and students, Project Gutenberg offers notable titles in many categories. Popular reads include Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice,” Arthur Conan Doyle’s “The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes,” and Lewis Carroll’s “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.”
7. ManyBooks
Another favorite for free Kindle books is ManyBooks. This digital library provides access to a surprising number of free titles. If you don’t use a Kindle, ManyBooks supports formats suitable for nearly every e-reader.
We especially like ManyBooks for its clean, user-friendly site. It’s simple to browse genres with large cover images or search for a particular title.
Keep in mind not every book on ManyBooks is free — some are discounted.
8. Free Booksy
If you want free books sent to your inbox, try Free Booksy. Sign up for the daily newsletter and pick your preferred genres to receive personalized free-book recommendations.
You can also explore Free Booksy’s catalog directly to find outstanding free titles across genres. There’s a section devoted to series if you’re looking to dive into a multi-book saga.
9. Centsless Books
For those who enjoy browsing a massive list of free books, Centsless Books curates Amazon’s shifting collection of free titles by genre.
The site is especially aimed at Kindle users; fans of other ebook platforms will need different sources.
We appreciate Centsless Books’ genre breakdown. If you’re picky about what you read, the site’s categorization makes it easy to find the right free book.
10. One Hundred Free Books
One Hundred Free Books quickly highlights hundreds of free and discounted ebooks. Sign up for its newsletter to receive alerts when titles are free or on sale — registration is free.
If you’d rather not get emails, you can browse the site’s catalog for current free and discounted deals. One Hundred Free Books organizes listings by genre and includes a search bar. The site primarily focuses on Kindle through Amazon, so Nook and Kobo readers may need other options.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The easiest way to find free Kindle books is by searching “free Kindle books” or “free ebooks” on Amazon. The free selection changes often, so check back regularly.
Alternatively, your public library remains a great resource. You can borrow ebooks through the Libby app by OverDrive or whatever digital lending service your library uses.
There are many free books available for Kindle. Start with Amazon, and then try other sources like BookBub, eReaderIQ, and ManyBooks.
Kindle Unlimited is Amazon’s ebook subscription service offering access to over a million books for a flat monthly fee. Kindle Unlimited typically costs around $10 per month, though new users can often try a 30-day free trial.
If you want to borrow digital ebooks from a library, we recommend using Libby. Powered by OverDrive, the Libby app for iOS and Android lets you borrow ebooks from your local library.
You can read borrowed titles on your smartphone or tablet, and many borrowed books can also be sent to devices like Kindle or Kobo.
Alex Romero is a senior writer for Savinly focusing on technology.
