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With the exception of a handful of series I religiously follow, most books are replaceable for me. If one is not available, another will be which I am as likely to be interested in. So, I don't pay attention to the publisher. If I want it and the library has it, I get it there. Otherwise, I buy it.
I *am* more likely to buy from friendly publishers, just because they tend to be indie or inexpensive ones so I can get more bang for my buck. For instance, I am on the mailing list for Delphi Classics and got from them several books for $1.99 that I enjoy. I will likely buy the entire Masters of Art series as it's released. For less than $3 how could I not?
But for the most part, there will likely be 10 books or less this year from Big Pub which are must-read for me and of those, maybe three will not be available from the library. If I want them, I see no reason to deprive myself. But I will not go looking for non-library books on purpose just to spend money on something. There is plenty else to read.
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