Black Friday eReader Deals: Kindle, Nook and More

eReaders will be available for up to 50% off on Black Friday, but most of the deals are on Amazon’s and Barnes & Noble’s entry-level devices.

eReaders aren’t the flashiest gadgets, but they are definitely one of the best gifts you can give to bookworms. eReaders with monochrome displays are more affordable than ever and there are now plenty of options for those who want color displays and more functionality.

Here’s a breakdown of the four best Black Friday eReader deals we’ve found, followed by a list of Kindle and Nook deals.

• Target – Nook Simple Touch – $49.00
• Staples – Amazon 6″ Kindle Paperwhite Wi-Fi $119.00
• RadioShack – Amazon Kindle Fire HD 7″ 16GB Tablet $199.99
• Best Buy – Amazon Kindle Fire Tablet, 16GB RAM w/ $30 Best Buy Gift Card $199.99

Read: Apple Black Friday 2012 Price Guide: Best Prices on Apple Gadgets

Kindle Black Friday Deals

Weighs less then the normal book, fits just as well as a phone in your pocket, and holds over 1,000 books. The Kindle is not only one of the faster growing eReaders on the market, but has some Black Friday deals that should be taken into account.

Kindle Black Friday Deals

• RadioShack Kindle with Special Offers + $10 Gift Card for $69
• Staples 7″ Kindle Fire HD 16GB w/ $20 Staples Gift Card $199.99
• Amazon may offer lightning deals on its readers and tablets on Black Friday.

Kindle Paperwhite Black Friday Deals

The Kindle Paperwhite is too new for significant Black Friday discount, but several stores will offer pre-orders and limited stock, which may be the best bet for picking one up before Christmas for many shoppers. Amazon promises delivery by December 21st, but users that miss this window or need it earlier may need to line up on Black Friday to pay full price.

Nook Black Friday Deals

The Nook lineup are popular alternatives to the Kindle readers and tablets.  Starting at $49 on Black Friday, the Nook Simple Touch eReader is the most affordable eReader we’d recommend buying.

Those who don’t want to wait in line for an eReader on Black Friday should visit Barnes & Noble’s website, which will hav

Barnes&Nobles online is giving away codes to enter online which can give up to 30-50% off on all Nook devices.

Nook Simple Touch Black Friday Deals

• Office Max – NOOK Simple Touch – $99.00
• Target – Nook Simple Touch – $49.00
• Barnes & Noble Stores – Nook Simple Touch $59.00

Nook Color Black Friday Deals

• Office Max – NOOK Tablet 16GB – $179.00
• Walmart – Nook Color 7-in. Tablet w/ 8GB Memory, Android OS, 1GHz, WiFi – $99.00