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The 5 best Cyber Monday Kindle deals still available

Cyber Monday sales might be over, but you can still score discounts on Kindle models ahead of the holidays.
Written by Nina Raemont, Associate Editor

The busiest deals days of the year, Black Friday and Cyber Monday, have come and gone. But if you're looking to buy a Kindle as a gift or for yourself ahead of the holiday season, you can still find some discounts on Amazon's e-reader available. Whether you use a Kindle for on the go novel reading, making a dent in your magazine subscriptions, or consolidating space by packing thousands of titles within one compact device, Kindle e-readers are portable reading powerhouses -- and they're easily pocketable (mine actually fits in my jacket pocket). And if you are interested in buying one ahead of the holidays, Cyber Monday could be the last time to take advantage of the discounts before the e-readers go back to their original price. 

Also: Best Cyber Monday deals still available: Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, more

Store anywhere from 250 to 300 e-books on 1GB of available storage on a Kindle, according to the Book Buff. So let's say you buy a standard Kindle Paperwhite, one of Kindle's most popular models. The standard model comes with 8GB of storage, so you could store 2,400 e-books on the e-reader, and even more if you upgrade your storage. 

There are a few Kindle models that serve different use cases, like the Kindle Scribe, which doubles as a digital notebook, or the Paperwhite, which offers a thinner design, a waterproof display, and a battery life of ten weeks. 

Whether you opt for the original Kindle model or a newer one with features, you can take advantage of these post-Cyber Monday sales on a select number of models and bundles right now. These aren't the lowest prices we've seen, but you can still get up to $70 off certain models. 

Best Cyber Monday Kindle deals still available

Kindle Scribe Essentials Bundle

Save $60
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  • Current price: $439
  • Original price: $499

Unlike other Kindle models, you can read and write on this one. Annotate your favorite novels, take notes during class, or brush up on your drawing skills with the Kindle Scribe Essentials Bundle. The Kindle Scribe Essentials Bundle comes with a basic pen for drawing, a fabric folio cover with magnetic attachment, and a power adapter. The Scribe is front-lit and glare-free with the longest battery life out of all the Kindle models, so you can spend weeks doodling and reading and mere minutes thinking about re-charging. 

View now at Amazon

Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition

Save $64
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  • Current price: $238
  • Original price: $258

You can grab one of the most popular Kindle models for $20 off right now. The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition comes with a few added features, like a wireless charging dock and a fabric cover to protect your e-reader. Store thousands of books on the device and spend weeks reading them before you'll even need to consider recharging. 

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Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition Essentials Bundle with Leather Cover

Save $20
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  • Current price: $245
  • Original price: $265

If you're interested in snagging a Paperwhite but want one with a leather cover, this Signature Edition Essentials Bundle comes with a gorgeous maroon leather cover, and it's currently $20 off. Additionally, the bundle includes a wireless charging dock, Wi-Fi without ads, and 32GB of storage. A single charge gives you 10 weeks of reading, and the 300ppi glare-free display is perfect for reading in sunny or shady weather. 

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Kindle Essentials Bundle

Save $15
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  • Current price: $135
  • Original price: $150

Maybe you don't want all the bells and whistles that come with the more elevated Kindle models, like the Paperwhite, Scribe, or Oasis. Maybe you just want a nice device for easy reading -- oh, and a cover for extra protection. The Kindle Essential bundle takes the flagship e-reader and adds on a case and a power adapter. The original Kindle has 16GB of storage for thousands of books and a battery life that lasts up to six weeks. 

View now at Amazon

When is Cyber Monday 2023?

Cyber Monday is on Nov. 27 this year, and many of your favorite retailers, like Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart, are slicing their prices on products during the day of deals. While Cyber Monday technically takes place on Nov. 27, many big retailers run deals throughout the month. Amazon's deals, for example, begin on Nov. 17 through Nov. 27. 

How did we choose these Cyber Monday Kindle deals?

ZDNET only writes about deals we want to buy -- devices and products we desire, need, or would recommend. Our experts looked for deals that were at least 20% off (or are hardly ever on sale), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually on sale and how frequently it drops. 

We also looked over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals we're recommending. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing -- in addition to extensive research and comparison shopping. The goal is to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter. 

What is the best Kindle?

ZDNET's top pick for the best Kindle e-reader is the Kindle Paperwhite thanks to its outstanding battery life, waterproof body, and ease of use. It also has a 6-week battery life. 

Plus, the Kindle Paperwhite is waterproof up to 2 meters for 1 hour in freshwater or .25 meters for three minutes in saltwater. This means you won't have to worry about spills and splashes while reading at the beach or by the pool. 

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