[Levin]

BY SUSAN HAIGH
Updated 10:51 PM GMT+8, March 12, 2024


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While one hardcover copy of Cook’s latest novel costs the library US$18, it costs US$55 to lease a digital copy — a price that can’t be haggled with publishers.

And for that, the e-book expires after a limited time, usually after one or two years, or after 26 checkouts, whichever comes first.


https://apnews.com/article/libraries-ebo...384b9f75d2