A quiet web corner for thoughtful readers
Ebook Friendly is a quiet corner of the web for people who love the written word in all its forms, and who want to care about digital well-being.
Reading in the 21st century shouldn’t come with endless interruptions. That is why we are dedicated to keeping Ebook Friendly a clean, calm, and sanctuary-like space for book lovers.
Whether you turn pages on a Kindle, flip through an e-ink micro-reader, stream audiobooks, or visit your local public library, we believe that all ways of reading are equal.
Our sister site, Geek Updated, is about making tech help us live a better, more mindful life, Ebook Friendly is dedicated entirely to books and e-reading. Our mission is simple: to make modern, digital reading a more mindful, practical, and inspiring experience.
From e-reader setup hacks to thoughtful reflections on reading habits and publishing trends, everything we publish is designed to help you bring focus back to your reading space.
We are Piotr Kowalczyk and Ola Kowalczyk. We have been married for 30 years, living a calm life in Warsaw, Poland, with our two daughters and two cats.
At our age, time is the only thing we refuse to waste. Why fill the day with noise when you can keep it simple? That is what we write about now.
English is not our first language, but we share our thoughts here with full honesty. We both love good books, minimal design, and tech that is designed to make life easier without causing distraction.
We invite you to explore our blog, read our posts, and join our small community on WordPress. You can also find us on Facebook and Tumblr if you prefer to follow updates there.
For full transparency regarding your privacy, cookies, affiliate links, and our use of AI, please visit our dedicated transparency page.
If you want to reach out to us with questions, feedback, or ideas, simply send a message using the contact form.
An extroverted book lover, Ola embraces reading in all forms. She pairs a love of reading with outdoor routines, proving that stories belong everywhere from open trails to e-readers.
Geek, designer, and platform founder. Introverted and calm by nature, Piotr actively avoids social feeds and screen distractions to cultivate deep focus and a balanced digital life.
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