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Originally Posted by Book-Lover
What makes you think that you're the only one who wants those books? I assure you, you aren't.
Every ebook license that a library gets has to be paid for. One borrower at a time per license and the price per license is pretty steep. Plus some licenses run out after a set number of uses, and have to be repurchased.
Libraries, like all other public entities, are strapped for funds. I'm sure they would accept a donation if you'd care to make one.
My guess is that you don't know what you are talking about.
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LOL, thanks for your reply. I was simply saying that everyone is very gung-ho about getting an ereader that does library books for free books to read.
When I looked at the 2 libraries on Overdrive in my area, the selection was lousy and the available books were even worse.
How much are the licenses? You would think public libraries would get a discount since they are not Amazon/B&N, but I guess Overdrive and authors wanna get paid too.
My advice was (and still is) go look up your local library on Overdrive before you get all excited about any ereader that allows library books. YMMV