On Reddit, the ethics of downloading "Mistborn" PDFs is a frequent topic of discussion.

This is the most common advice on subreddits like r/brandonsanderson. By using the Libby app or Hoopla , readers can borrow Mistborn ebooks and audiobooks for free using a local library card.

Brandon Sanderson’s official website often hosts free samplers. There is a Mistborn ebook sampler that includes the prologue and the first five chapters (roughly 100 pages).

For those who prefer owning files without restrictive software, many of Sanderson's books—including those published by Tor—are sold DRM-free on platforms like Kindle, Google Play Books , and Kobo .

While Mistborn is not available as a full free PDF, Sanderson’s novel Warbreaker is legally available as a free PDF on his website. Reddit users often suggest this as the best starting point for those who cannot currently afford to buy a book. The "Hot" Discussion: Piracy vs. Accessibility