Paperbacks feel nice, look nice and add a touch of warmth to your home. Yet it's virtually impossible to catch a train or sit on the beach without seeing somebody using an eReader. So what's all the fuss about?

Here's a quick summary of the advantages and disadvantages of using an eReader. By eReader, I'm referring to a gadget such as a Kindle or Kobo. Of course there are many eReader apps for devices such as phones and multimedia tablets, but those are not the focus of this article.