Weekleaks Daily Dose of Internet
Here’s a list of 17 great sites where you can legally download free books in 2024:
- Project Gutenberg – Vast collection of public domain books
- Internet Archive – Millions of free books, including many older titles
- Library Genesis – Large database of free books, primarily academic texts
- OpenLibrary – Digital lending library with millions of ebooks
- ManyBooks – Over 50,000 free ebooks in various formats
- FreeBookSpot – Large collection of ebooks across multiple genres
- Scribd – Offers a free trial period with access to their extensive library
- BookBoon – Free textbooks and business books
- Free-Ebooks.net – Offers a selection of free ebooks with registration
- Smashwords – Indie authors often offer free books here
- Goodreads – Has a section for free ebooks
- Amazon Kindle Store – Has a large free section, especially for classics
- Kobo Free eBooks – Another major ebook retailer with a free section
- Google Books – Offers free access to many public domain books
- NASA eBook Library – Free scientific and technical publications
- World Digital Library – High-quality digital items from libraries worldwide
- Feedbooks – Public domain and original books in digital formats
When using these sites, keep in mind:
- Always verify the copyright status of books, especially on user-contributed sites.
- Some sites may require creating a free account to access downloads.
- Check the file format to ensure compatibility with your e-reader or device.
- Be cautious with sites offering recent bestsellers for free, as these may not be legal.
- Many public libraries also offer free ebook lending services, which is another great option to explore.
Remember that while these sites offer free books, it’s important to support authors and publishers when possible. Many of these free offerings are either in the public domain, offered as promotions, or provided by authors to build their readership.
Would you like more information about any of these sites or advice on finding specific types of books?