How to Put a superlove Story on Kindle with calibre over USB
You can put a superlove story on a Kindle without using Amazon’s Send to Kindle service. First, download the story as an EPUB with WP Downloader. Then add it to calibre, convert it to AZW3, and transfer it with the Send to device button while your Kindle is connected over USB.
You will need a computer running Windows, macOS, or Linux. WP Downloader and calibre are both free.
What you need
Have these ready before you start:
- The superlove story page, with a URL such as:
https://superlove.sayitditto.net/works/123456- A computer with calibre installed
- Your Kindle e-reader
- A USB connection between the Kindle and computer
WP Downloader is a web tool, so you do not need to install anything to download the story. calibre is a free e-book manager that can add books to a library, edit their metadata and covers, convert files, and send books to connected e-readers.
Step 1: Download the superlove story as an EPUB
Open the superlove downloader and paste the story URL into the box. WP Downloader will detect the site and download the whole story as an e-book.
Choose EPUB. It is free for everyone, and calibre can convert it to a Kindle format. You can also choose whether to include the story’s images.
WP Downloader downloads whole superlove stories. It does not support individual chapters or lists from this site. If the author adds more chapters, download the story again because WPD cannot update an EPUB you already have.
You can sign in to your superlove account if you want to download a members-only story that your account can read. WP Downloader uses your credentials only to fetch the story you request. It cannot bypass locked content, paywalls, or age restrictions.
For more help with the download, see how to download superlove stories.
Step 2: Add the EPUB to calibre
Open calibre and select Add books. Choose the EPUB file you downloaded from WP Downloader.
The story will appear in your calibre library. You can edit its metadata or cover before putting it on your Kindle, or continue directly to the conversion.
Step 3: Convert the EPUB to AZW3
Select the story in your calibre library and choose Convert books. Set AZW3 as the output format, then start the conversion.
WP Downloader does not create AZW3 or MOBI files. It provides the EPUB, and calibre converts it for this USB transfer.
AZW3 is a Kindle format. calibre can also convert books to MOBI or PDF, but this guide uses AZW3.
Step 4: Connect the Kindle and send the story
Connect your Kindle e-reader to the computer over USB. After calibre recognizes it, select the converted story and choose Send to device.
calibre will copy the book to your Kindle. You can then open it on the e-reader and read offline without using Amazon’s service.
Why use USB instead of Send to Kindle?
Using calibre and USB gives you control over the conversion and transfer. Kindle e-readers can still open MOBI and AZW3 files copied over USB. Amazon stopped accepting MOBI files through its Send to Kindle service, but MOBI files can still be copied directly to a Kindle.
To use Amazon’s service instead, follow the guide to send superlove stories to Kindle.
You can also open the EPUB in calibre’s e-book viewer. Its Read aloud feature lets you read or listen on your computer before transferring the book.
FAQ
Can WP Downloader create an AZW3 file?
No. WP Downloader outputs EPUB and PDF, not AZW3, MOBI, or TXT. Download the EPUB and use calibre to convert it to AZW3.
Do I need a superlove account?
You do not need an account for public stories. Signing in is optional and lets WP Downloader reach members-only stories that your account can read.
Can I download only one chapter?
No. WP Downloader downloads whole stories from superlove, not individual chapters or lists.
Does Kindle still support MOBI over USB?
Yes. Kindle e-readers still open MOBI and AZW3 files copied over USB. The MOBI restriction applies to Amazon’s Send to Kindle service.
Can I use the downloaded EPUB on another e-reader?
Yes, if the e-reader supports EPUB. For Kobo instructions, see how to read superlove stories on Kobo.