【Bawdy Tales of Edo: Octopus & Sea Shell】

TWO FREE KINDLE BOOKS:Amazon Prime members can Bawdy Tales of Edo: Octopus & Sea Shelldive into two new Kindle reads for free this January with Amazon First Reads. Non-Prime members can grab two Kindle books for $1.99 each.

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Looking for your next page-turner? Amazon's First Reads program offers shoppers early access to new books across multiple genres. Plus, Prime members get special discounts on a curated selection of Kindle books. (Amazon Prime is $14.99 per month or $139 annually, but you can get a 30-day free trial to see if it's worth the investment for you).

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This month, Prime members can get their hands on two free Kindle books from various bestselling titles. From thrilling mysteries to heartwarming romances, this Prime perk offers something for every reader to enjoy. Non-Prime members can also take advantage of the First Reads program but will have to shell out $1.99 for each book. (Still a great deal, tbh.)

If you're a Kindle Unlimited member, you can borrow Amazon First Reads books for free and add them to your reading library at no additional cost.

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It's free to sign up for the program, and Prime members can enjoy the added benefit of saving money on ebooks throughout the year. Once you sign up, you'll receive a once-a-month email announcing the latest Amazon First Reads picks. And, that's it! Then you can start reading on any compatible Kindle device or via the Kindle app.

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