Updated : February 1st, 2013
if you want read Kinde .azw ebook in Sony e-reader or other device, you must convert it to epub/pdf/txt format that supported by other e-reader, this is step-by-step conversion guide.
1) The conversion process takes place using open source software called Calibre
http://calibre-ebook.com/) Download here .
2) Open Calibre and click Add books. A pop-up window will then appear allowing you to browse to Kindle azw file. Select the file and click Open the file will then be added to Calibre.
Note: you should add non-drm ebook file into calibre after remove drm protect, do not select origin drm file.
3). Select your file and click Convert E-books.
4). In the pop-up window that appears in the drop down box on the right hand side make sure that Output format is selected as EPUB, other format you want.
4). It will work fine if Kindle azw doesn’t have DRM, you will get message if ebook has DRM. You need to removal Kindle ebook DRM first, this is how to remove Kindle DRM protection.
Note: you should add non-drm ebook file into calibre after remove drm protect, do not select origin drm file.
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5). Sending your e-book to your e-reader, according to the instructions with your e-reader attach the device to your computer. Calibre will automatically detect your e-reader. Select your e-book and click Send to device. Calibre will transfer the e-book onto your e-reader.