How Do I Access Prime Reading on Amazon?

I want free books with Prime. I open Amazon. I still can’t find Prime Reading.

I access Prime Reading by signing into an active Amazon Prime account, filtering for “Prime Reading,” then borrowing eligible titles in the Kindle app or on Amazon.

What Is Prime Reading?

Prime Reading is a Prime member benefit that lets me borrow a selection of eligible eBooks, magazines, and more at no extra cost.
I treat it like a rotating library inside Amazon. I do not buy the title. I borrow it. If a title leaves the catalog later, that can change what is available. So I always check the Prime Reading badge before I click.

How Do I Access Prime Reading Step by Step?

I access Prime Reading fastest by using search filters or the Prime Reading page, then borrowing the book to my Kindle library.

① How do I access Prime Reading on a phone?

I access Prime Reading on my phone by using the Kindle app and borrowing a Prime Reading title from Amazon.

1. I sign in to Amazon with the Prime account.

2. I search the book I want.

3. I look for a label like Prime Reading or “Read for Free.”

4. I tap Read for Free or Borrow.

5. I open the Kindle app.

6. I refresh my library if needed.

7. I start reading.

If I do not see the book in Kindle, I check I’m signed into the same Amazon account in both apps.

② How do I access Prime Reading on a computer?

I access Prime Reading on desktop by filtering Amazon results to Prime Reading and sending the book to my Kindle library.

1. I sign in on Amazon.

2. I search a book title or “Prime Reading books.”

3. I use filters and select Prime Reading if it appears.

4. I open a book page that shows Prime Reading / Read for Free.

5. I click Read for Free.

6. I choose the Kindle device or “Kindle Cloud Reader” if offered.

7. I open Kindle and read.

How Do I Know If a Book Is Included in Prime Reading?

I know a book is included when the listing clearly shows a Prime Reading badge or a “Read for Free” option under Prime.

• I do not rely on the book cover alone.

• I confirm on the product page before borrowing.

• I also check format. Some books have Prime Reading for Kindle but not for audiobook.

How Do I Borrow and Return Prime Reading Titles?

I borrow Prime Reading titles like library books, so I can return them to free space for new ones.

① Borrow

• I click Read for Free or Borrow.

• The title goes to my Kindle library.

② Return

1. I go to Manage Your Content and Devices on Amazon.

2. I find the borrowed title.

3. I choose Return (or remove from devices if needed).

If I hit a borrowing limit, returning an old title usually fixes it fast.

Why Can’t I See Prime Reading?

I usually can’t see Prime Reading because I’m not signed into the Prime account, Prime is inactive, or I’m looking at a title that is not included.
Here’s my quick checklist:

1. I confirm Prime is active on the correct Amazon account.

2. I switch to the correct region marketplace (US vs UK can differ).

3. I search again and look for Prime Reading badge.

4. I update the Kindle app and sign in again.

Quick Tip for MyShelf Readers

If I want to choose what to borrow faster, I first decide my goal, then I filter titles that match that mood or need.
On MyShelf.com, I sometimes use ReadSmart to generate a short reading list by goal, then I search those titles inside Prime Reading to see which ones are available.

Conclusion

I access Prime Reading by confirming Prime is active, filtering for Prime Reading titles, and borrowing them to my Kindle library.