If you have picked up a NOOK Simple Touch, you want to make sure you pick up a decent case to keep it protected against accidents. These 5 cases are not that expensive and do the job:

Vasco Cover for NOOK Simple Touch: a good looking leather case for NOOK Simple Touch. Its bar-clip keeps your NOOK inside.

Lyndon Cover for NOOK 2nd Edition: makes your e-book reader look like a bound book. It has a power activator button built-in.

Industriell Easel Cover: an attractive flip style button for your NOOK. It can serve as a stand for your e-reader too.

B&N Neoprene Case for NOOK: a water resistant slipcase for your NOOK. It is pretty soft and does a decent job protecting your e-reader. It could come handy on the beach or during your trips.

Emerson Quote Cover: made from Italian synthetic leather. Just like a few other cases in this list, it has a power activator button. It looks quite elegant and is soft.

Which is your favorite case for NOOK second edition?

Melrose Cover: a high quality Nook color case that keeps your device safe when you are on the move. It provides you with easy access to your device at all times.

Elsa Cover for Nook: made from full-grain Italian nubuck leather. It does have a slide pocket for your notes and documents.

Autograph Cover for Nook: a good looking case for Nook with a 3 point mounting system and a slide pocket. Looks quite unique.

Industriell Easel Cover in Storm: it has a strong polyurethane shell that protects your device against shocks and impacts. It is designed in a way that does not hinder your speaker’s performance.

JAVOedge Cherry Blossom Flip Case for Nook Color: a flip style case for Nook that makes it convenient to use your device when it is inside. It has a kickstand too. This is an animal friendly case.

Any suggestions?

For a small period of time, B&N’s nook had all the momentum and was pushing Amazon Kindle hard. Amazon stepped up its game with Kindle 3. Now it is B&N’s turn to improve NOOK and keep it competitive against Amazon Kindle and other top e-readers on the market. We are only a few days away from B&N’s special event on October 26th, but there are already plenty of NOOK rumors going around. The most intriguing one suggests that NOOK 2 will be a color, touch-screen e-reader. It will be an Android device just like NOOK 1.

We have not been able to find more information on this device. Amazon Kindle does not have a color display and is not a touch-capable device. It is not a surprise to see B&N going after Amazon Kindle in the areas that it is falling short. NOOK color is rumored to have a 7 inch display and go for $249. The type of display is not clear at this point. Let’s hope B&N is not ditching e-paper for LCD screens.

Many experts were expecting B&N to introduce a larger screen e-reader to compete with Kindle DX. If the above rumors are true, B&N will be going in a different direction. Ditching e-paper completely will be a mistake by B&N, but there is no reason B&N can’t sell multiple versions of NOOK (mono and color models). In a related news, NOOK will be making its way to Walmart, so shoppers will have an easier time testing and getting their hands on B&N’s e-reader.

Your turn: If you were to re-ignite NOOK’s fire, what features would you add to NOOK 2?

Update: according to Wired.com, Nook Color could take advantage of Mirasol to offer the best of both worlds to e-book reader shoppers. This technology will let B&N develop a device that is decent in handling videos, photos, and other color content as well as regular e-books.

A protective case does not need to be ugly and hard to look at. There are plenty of attractive and functional cases available for nook. In fact, here are 10 top nook cases that get the job done:

Canvas Bella Library Cover for nook: designed for those who are into fashion and pay a lot of attention to design when picking up a protective case for nook. Not a cheap case by any means though.

M-Edge Trip Jacket for Barnes&Noble nook: a light-weight colorful protective case for nook that can be folded all the way back and lets you use your nook when inside the case.

Seldon Slip Case in Night: a very stylish and sleek protective case for nook that’s made of 100% top-grain leather and gives your device a more professional look.

JAVOedge Cherry Blossom Flip Style Case: another colorful case for Nook that can be used as a vertical stand as well. Has interior pockets for notes and documents.

M-Edge Executive Jacket For B&N nook: another mid-level protective case for nook that can be used to protect your gadget against scratches. You won’t have to take out your Nook either.

JAVOedge Hardwood Sleeve Case: designed for 6 inch screen e-book readers. It’s animal friendly and protects your device against scratches and dings.

Signature Rear Cover in Gravel: a very interesting case for nook that gives your nook a look upgrade and makes it look as if you have just bought it. Pretty affordable too.

Luxmo Soft Gel Silicone Skin for the nook: provides protection against dust and unnecessary scratches, and bumps. It’s very affordable too. Good for those of you who do not want to spend too much money on a nook protective case .

USA Gear Neoprene Sleeve with front accessory pouch: not only protects your nook, it has plenty of space for your business cards, notes, and accessories. The back strap makes it easy to carry it around as well.

TrendyDigital WaterGuard Waterproof Case: a pretty simple but effective waterproof case for your nook that protects your gadget when you are at the beach or sitting next to a pool.

What’s your favorite case for nook?

Dipped Industrial Canvas Cover: it is covered with 22-ounce cotton canvas and is constructed with resilient materials that keeps your gadget secure on the road. It’s not cheap by any means, but that’s what you pay for quality.

TrendyDigital WaterGuard Waterproof Case: if you plan to take your Nook to the beach or are worried about liquid accidents, this case comes in handy.

Hutton Envelope in Noir: these envelop looking cases are very popular among gadget fans. They used to be popular among Macbook Air fans, and they continue to be so among Nook fans.

Lyra Light for Nook: your Nook wouldn’t be complete without a proper portable light. You can easily clip on this light, and you are set to go. Can go for 20 hours.

Rechargeable Battery for Nook: a rechargeable battery for your Nook that can go for 10 days per charge just in case your original battery is damaged.

Please feel free to add your favorite Nook accessories below.