The problem with ebooks (for libraries)

[JSWolf]

I use Firefox with Ghostery and AdBlocker Ultimate. I see the embedded YT videos.

[Renate]

Originally Posted by Quoth

Here the libraries can only buy paper books from the publisher. They can't shelve donated or S/H books.

In the US (in my experience) they can accept donated books although the bar is pretty high for acceptance.

[Quoth]

Originally Posted by Renate

In the US (in my experience) they can accept donated books although the bar is pretty high for acceptance.

AFAIK they don't pay any per loan royalty, so buying S/H or taking donations is simpler.
Also there is/was a long running dispute between USA and most of world over Performance Royalties on Broadcast Radio. The USA only paid composer royalties!