There is something comforting about getting lost in a good book. Whether it is a few chapters on the train, reading over coffee or staying up later than planned because you need to know what happens next, finding time to read can turn an ordinary moment into something you look forward to.
This September, Rakuten Kobo is encouraging Malaysians to rediscover that feeling with its “You Reading Era, in Colour” campaign.
Running from 21st to 30th September 2026, the campaign offers special prices on selected Kobo eReaders, along with a RM120 eBook coupon with every Kobo device purchase. From colorful displays to a classic black-and-white reading experience, there is an option for different kinds of readers.
Kobo Clara Colour: For Reading Wherever You Go
For those who like bringing their books everywhere, the Kobo Clara Colour comes with a 16-inch colour E Ink display in a compact and portable design.
Readers can browse colorful book covers, highlight favorite lines and continue reading during an LRT ride, cafe break or whenever there is a little free time in the day.
During the campaign, the Kobo Clara Colour is 10% off at RM768, down from RM849, and comes with a RM120 eBook coupon.
Kobo Libra Colour: For Readers Who Love To Take Notes
If you are someone who highlights passages and writes down thoughts while reading, the Kobo Libra Colour offers a 7-inch colour E Ink display and is compatible with the Kobo Stylus 2.
It allows readers to annotate meaningful passages and capture ideas as they read, making it a useful choice for books that leave you with plenty to think about.
The Kobo Libra Colour is 10% off at RM1,028, down from RM1,149, with a RM120 eBook coupon included. The Kobo Stylus 2 is sold separately.
Kobo Clara BW: For A Classic Reading Experience
For readers who prefer the simple pleasure of black-and-white pages, there is the Kobo Clara BW.
It features a glare-free E Ink Carta 1300 HD screen and ComfortLight PRO, which lets readers adjust the brightness and colour temperature to suit their reading environment.
Whether you are winding down with a quiet read or trying to finish the latest twist in a thriller before bed, the focus stays on the words.
The Kobo Clara BW is priced at RM749 and also comes with a RM120 eBook coupon.
Need A New Book? Here Are Six To Start With
Of course, a new eReader needs something good to read. Kobo’s selection includes titles in both Bahasa Melayu and English, with choices ranging from self-reflection and workplace advice to fantasy and suspense.
I Decided To Live As Me by Kim Suhyun, available in Bahasa Melayu, looks at the pressure of living according to other people’s expectations. Through simple reflections and prompts, the book encourages readers to accept themselves and find more contentment in their own lives.
For those dealing with difficult situations at work, Sembuh dari Peritnya Bekerja dengan Individu Toksik by Luqman Mahmud is a Bahasa Melayu guide to harmful workplace behavior. It looks at communication, personal wellbeing and ways to better understand and respond to challenging interactions.
Readers in the mood for something darker can pick up Revenge in Violent Hues by Nadiah Zakaria. The English-language fantasy follows Amalia Maganti, who can communicate with ghosts. After discovering that her late father’s paintings are portals to a hidden realm, her search for the truth behind his death becomes even more dangerous. The story takes place against a fantasy version of 1990s Alor Setar, mixing supernatural mystery, family secrets and revenge.
The Courage to Be Ordinary by Ichiro Kishimi takes a more reflective approach, exploring what can happen when we stop trying to be exceptional and step away from constant competition and comparison.
Thriller fans can turn to Verity by Colleen Hoover, which follows writer Lown Ashleigh after she accepts a job completing an injured author’s bestselling series. Things take a darker turn when she discovers a manuscript filled with distributing revelations, while secrets and attraction begin to complicate what she believes.
Finally, Situated by Angela Duckworth, the author of Grit, explores how our surroundings, relationships and everyday situations can shape our behaviour. It also looks at how changing those conditions may help us bring out our best.
Whether you are returning to reading after a long break or simply looking for your next favourite book, Rakuten Kobo’s September campaign might be a good excuse to start a new reading era, one chapter at a time. For those looking for Kobo eReaders and accessories you can check the Kobo’s official Lazada page. Explore all the eBooks at Kobo Malaysia.
