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Originally Posted by Bear 100
I am new to all this, got my first e-reader this Christmas. I hoped to use my local library which is promoting e-books. I found out that the selection is very limited. I also have a Phoenix AZ library card, while the selection is better, is still is not great.
I guess I will have to be patient, but my question is to those more knowledgeable are the libraries increasing their commitment to e-books in general? I just saw a study on CNN that 19% of adults have e-readers. While many will by their content, I would think demand at the libraries must be growing?
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Phoenix has one of the largest and best e-libraries in the US. I think what you are discovering reiterates the point of this thread that the latest additions are going downhill. Too many publishers are choosing not to add new or front-list titles. My recommendation is to take a different approach to your searches. Seek out some of your favorite authors to see what's available or books more than a year old that you've been meaning to read. Try also searching through their genre sections. Lucky for me I've been using my e-library since 2009 and have built a long wishlist so it is easier to find the older gems amongst the clutter of the new books. I recommend you also start wishlist. Good luck!