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The Quebec Model is the only one that makes sense for public libraries. It's ridiculous what libraries are being charged by publishers currently. And because the prices are so high and number of checkouts allowed so low, libraries like mine manage to obtain/maintain an e-collection of no more than 6,000 titles. All titles are at least six months old and well over half are of the forgotten-as-soon-as-read, self-help, dress-for-success varieties.
HUGELY disappointing for this avid fan of books that leave a lasting impression. You know, those that have received high critical praise, won awards, persisted through time….
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