The best tools to manage your eBooks

Reading isn't a popular hobby anymore, and those who still read usually prefer digital books to the actual ones because they are easier to procure, store and maintain. While there are numerous tools that can help you read your eBooks in decent conditions, there aren't many - to help you manage them. This is why, I've decided to write this article and show you the best tools for managing your digital books. These applications will come in handy whether you're dealing with just a few eBooks or with an entire collection.

Epubor eBook Converter Ultimate

Epubor eBook Converter Ultimate

Let's start off with a really awesome application that allows you to convert your eBooks between various formats so that you can easily read them on any device and app. Epubor eBook Converter Ultimate is a handy tool that allows you to convert a wide variety of eBook formats and, what's even better, can help you circumvent DRM schemes. Unlike many other similar applications that you can find on the market, eBook Converter Ultimate embeds all the decryption capabilities that you require in its programming, so you won't need any additional plug-ins or third-party tools. Lastly, the tool is amazingly easy to use and convenient, offering drag-and-drop functionality and allowing you to load eBooks directly from your device or from your hard disk. From my personal experience, this tool is unmatched when it comes to eBook DRM removal capabilities, but not everybody can afford it as it costs $24.99.

Free Online eBook Converter

In case you're looking for a very simple and free solution for converting your eBooks, you might want to know that there's an online service which offers you just that. Free Online eBook Converter is a web tool that allows you to convert your digital books into some of the most popular formats such as: EPUB, MOBI, FB2, AZW3, RTF, PDF and HTMLZ. The service offers limited functionality, only allowing you to convert your books and add a footer or a header, but it doesn't cost you anything and it gets the job done. To use it, simply upload the file you want to convert, select the desired format and then click on the Download Converted File button.

Calibre

Calibre

Calibre isn't just a great eBook reading application but also a sensational solution for managing your entire book collection. This application is capable of working with almost every eBook format that currently exists, lets you add extensive metadata details to your books and conveniently groups all the items from your collection. Another big plus for Calibre is the fact that it's also a full-blown editor for EZW and EPUB eBooks. Lastly, this open-source tool allows you to search and download new eBooks directly from its interface, so you should really check it out.

Alfa Ebooks Manager

Alfa Ebooks Manager

A bit more simplistic than Calibre, Alfa Ebooks Manager is another reliable tool for managing your eBook collection. What's really cool about this application is that it allows you to create realistic 3D models based on the covers of your books, so your library won't only be neatly organized but also visually pleasing. Additionally, you can add as many tags as you want to make your entire collection easy to sort through. The tool scans your entire hard disk, finding and organizing all the eBooks you store on your PC, then updates the metadata of your books with information that it takes from online sources such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Google Library, etc. Unfortunately, unlike Calibre, this application isn't free, so you will have to pay $19.95 to try the program in its full capacity.

Epubor Kindle Transfer

Epubor Kindle Transfer

I couldn't end this list without mentioning a tool that helped me out of a tight spot when I wanted to load my Kindle with some reading material for a trip. Epubor Kindle Transfer is a handy application that allows its users to easily move eBooks from their hard disks to their Kindle or Kobo devices and vice versa. The tool easily converts EPUB and PDF files into the MOBI format (which is compatible with both previously mentioned devices). Another great thing about Epubor Kindle Transfer is that it also allows you to transfer files directly between two readers, so you don't have to waste time by using your PC as an intermediary storage. The tool costs $17.99, but as far as I'm concerned, it's worth its price.

Now, after you've seen some great tools that can help you manage your eBooks, you might also want to check out the best websites for downloading free eBooks or find out the top 7 eBook reading tools for Windows.