What to do when your Kindle book won’t open

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Kindle book won't open

Amazon, one of the largest companies in the world, has set a landmark in the digital world that has changed the way avid readers read. One of the ways they did this was through the introduction of the Kindle e-reader. This sleek and portable device is filled with millions of books, magazines, newspapers and many more.

However, Kindle users encounter some problems while operating the Kindle device. One of the most common problems is that some books on the Kindle just won’t open. This can ruin the reader’s experience.

In this article, you’ll learn some reasons why some books on Kindle won’t open and how to solve this problem.

Let’s dive in.

Why won’t my Kindle book open?

There are different reasons why Kindle books won’t open on your device, but here are the two most common reasons:

  • Poor internet connection. If your WiFi connection isn’t strong and steady or you’re not connected to the Internet at all, your books might not open on your Kindle device. So ensure that your internet connection is stable to get the best reading experience.
  • Incomplete copy. If you find that a book is not opening on your Kindle but is opening on someone else’s Kindle, it’s probably because you copied the file from another device but it didn’t copy completely. In this case, delete the file and download a new one on your Kindle device.

Sometimes, Kindle devices freeze and some books might start acting up. A quick fix for this is to restart your device. In many cases, restarting the Kindle rectifies the problem.

Some quick fixes for Kindle books that won’t open

  • Ensure that your Kindle device is connected to the internet and that the connection is strong.
  • Sync your Kindle from your settings.
  • Restart your Kindle device.
  • Turn off any filters shown on your home screen or change them to another view.
  • Make sure that your payment or subscription is still valid or current.
  • Ensure that your Kindle device has the most recent software update.
  • Delete the app and download it again.

Read your Kindle books freely

The solutions outlined above will help you overcome the problem of Kindle books that won’t open. After implementing these tips, you should be able to read books freely on your Kindle device.

Related read: How to wake up a stuck Kindle device

Hey, I’m Erik… a Swedish university student, marketing professional, and life-long learner. Here at BookSummaryClub I summarize my favorite non-fiction books into easily digested posts. Hope you like what you’re reading!

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