I think the idea for paying for browsing is insane. If a bookstore were more convenient (like in my village) I would browse, and I would buy, even though my preference is ebooks. I went to Costco by myself yesterday, and the only thing I did differently than when I go with my husband was to spend 30 minutes browsing the books. Ended up buying 3, as well. Complete Grimm Fairytales because I love the show Grimm, and even though I have it in ebook form, it was in a compact, cute form. Also bought a Cubs book, because I display those in the bedroom bookcase, and it is the Cubs. Finally, bought a mystery, it looked good, was only $7.99, and I have reached the age where I could never remember the name of the book one I got home
, and it wasn't worth getting out my blackberry and emailing. So, browsing does have its benefits, even for someone who rarely buys a pbook.