I've got my eye on this Kindle Essentials bundle deal ahead of October Prime Day

Looking to take some novels on your next vacation? If you've got several books you're hauling on flights, to the beach, or between classes, I can think of one lightweight solution to your book-induced back ache. A Kindle. 

A Kindle is a portable, e-reading powerhouse that can be loaded with every book on your to-read list. Ahead of next week's October Prime Day, Amazon is running a deal on its Kindle Essentials bundle, which includes its latest Kindle, a fabric cover case, and a power adapter for 27% off. 

Also: The best early October Prime Day deals 

That slices the price of the Essentials bundle from $162 to $118. This discount is live on both the Black and Matcha Kindle. The fabric case colors include Black, Pink, and Matcha. 

Normally, Amazon discounts its Kindle bundles ahead of its deals events but holds off on ...