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Just wanted to share a piece of information. If anyone wants to discuss it, probably best for you to direct us to a different thread to do it.
I asked my local library about acquiring a particular title in downloadable audio format. I think that their response, especially the second paragraph, gives some interesting insight into how things work between audiobook publishers and libraries:
>Dear Library Patron:
Thank you for your purchase suggestion. We regret that we are unable to supply the item you requested.
This title is not available for purchase by libraries in the requested format. Unfortunately, some major publishers of eBooks and eAudiobooks do not sell to libraries or only sell their "backlist" of older titles to libraries. Great discussions are happening in the library and publishing worlds about how publishers can make eBooks available to libraries, and we're watching and participating in these closely. We're monitoring availability of eBooks and audio eBooks and will continue to develop the collection.
Title: Enemy at the Gates: The Battle for Stalingrad
Author: Craig, William
Format: Downloadable Audiobook
Audience: Adult
Type: Non-fiction (facts)
Date: 01-05-16
ISBN:
Notes: Publisher probably Open Road Integrated Media Your name:xxxxxxxxxx.<
To the audiobook publisher, I say: phooey on you!
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