How to buy and read eBooks from Apple Books

How to Buy and Read eBooks from Apple Books: A Step-by-Step Guide

If you love digital books but aren’t sure how to buy and read them on Apple Books, you’re not alone. Many readers don’t realize that Apple offers a seamless way to purchase and enjoy eBooks—right on their iPhone, iPad, or Mac, with no extra apps or subscriptions needed.

If you’ve never used Apple Books before, don’t worry! This guide will walk you through the process step by step, so you can easily buy and read your next favorite eBook—including [Your Book Title]—on any Apple device.

What is Apple Books?

Apple Books (formerly iBooks) is Apple’s official bookstore and reading app. It’s pre-installed on every iPhone, iPad, and Mac, making it one of the simplest ways to buy and read eBooks. Unlike Kindle, which requires an Amazon account and a separate app, Apple Books is already integrated into your Apple devices.

How to Buy an eBook on Apple Books

Buying an eBook from Apple Books is just as easy as purchasing an app or a song. Here’s how:

On iPhone or iPad

1. Open the Books app – Look for the orange Books icon on your home screen. If you can’t find it, swipe down and search for “Books.”

2. Go to the Book Store – Tap on the Book Store tab at the bottom.

3. Search for the book – Tap the Search icon (magnifying glass) and type the title of the book you want (e.g., Vietnam, the Noble: 10 Days in 20 Sketches).

4. Select the book – Tap on it to see the details, including a description, reviews, and a sample preview.

5. Buy the book – Tap the price button, then confirm with Face ID, Touch ID, or your Apple ID password.

That’s it! Your book will automatically download to your device.

On Mac

1. Open the Books app – You’ll find it in your Applications folder or by searching “Books” in Spotlight (Cmd + Space).

2. Click on “Book Store” in the sidebar.

3. Use the search bar to find your book.

4. Click the price button to buy, then confirm your purchase with your Apple ID.

Once purchased, your book will appear in your Library, ready to read.

How to Read Your Apple Books eBook

After purchasing, reading your book is simple:

On iPhone or iPad:

• Open the Books app and tap Library at the bottom.

• Tap the book cover to start reading.

• Swipe left or right to turn pages.

• Tap the screen to bring up options like font size, brightness, and bookmarks.

On Mac:

• Open the Books app, go to your Library, and click on the book to start reading.

• Use your trackpad or arrow keys to turn pages.

Bonus Features You’ll Love

Apple Books offers a few extra features that make reading even better:

✔️ Adjustable text size and themes for easier reading

✔️ Dark Mode for nighttime reading

✔️ Notes and highlights to mark important sections

✔️ Read Aloud option (on some books)

Why Choose Apple Books?

If you’re already an Apple user, buying books through Apple Books has several advantages:

No extra apps required – Everything is built into your device.

Seamless syncing – Your books sync across iPhone, iPad, and Mac automatically.

One-time purchase – Unlike Kindle Unlimited or subscription models, you own the book forever.

Supports independent authors – Buying through Apple Books helps support authors directly.

Ready to Try It?

If you’re new to Apple Books, now’s the perfect time to give it a try! You can buy North Vietnam, the Noble today and start reading in just a few taps.

📖 Get it on Apple Books nowhttps://books.apple.com/au/book/north-vietnam-the-noble/id6740218666

If you have any questions, let me know in the comments—I’d love to help you get started! Happy reading!

Slobodanka Graham

How to explore the world with help and advice. I write, review and interview about light travel. I’m an extreme light traveller: this is how to fly and travel with carry on luggage only.

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