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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I use the library and read on my kindle. I read between 50-75 books a year. So just from a financial standpoint, it makes sense for me to borrow books rather than purchase them. If I bought 50 books a year, I would easily spend $5000 or more. I have multiple library cards which means I can keep up to 30 books on hold. A book is always coming available from my holds so I have no shortage of books to read. While it’s true there can be a long wait for a brand new book, I’m ok waiting a few months. If I really want to read a book right away or the library doesn’t offer a copy, I will purchase but that happens maybe once a year. I do want to support authors but the libraries are purchasing copies of the books and they purchase more copies when they see an increased demand. [/quote]

How would it cost you $5000 to buy 50 books a year? That's $100 a book.[/quote]

She hasn't checked out a math book. [/quote]

This made me laugh out loud. Thank you. I really needed that today.

To answer the question - I read about 100 books each year and rely heavily on the library. I do most of my reading on my Kindle so I always have a long list of books on hold. I have several favorite authors whose new release I always buy. Otherwise I try not to buy a book unless I absolutely loved it and want a copy for my "forever" shelf. I buy books through my local independent bookstore to support both the bookstore and the authors.[/quote]

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