Do People Still Read Books on Paper (cover, ebook, bookstore)

[PCGamer12345]

A lot of bookstores are shutting down...I lived in west Hartford for 22 years now...all the local bookstores are closing down due to ereaders. Will books ever be phased out in favor of electronics?

[suzy_q2010]

The brick and mortar Barnes and Noble in my town seems to be doing a booming business. Of course, DH is doing a big part to support them.

I seldom buy books any more, but I still read the old fashioned paper kind --- from the library.

[PCGamer12345]

Originally Posted by suzy_q2010

The brick and mortar Barnes and Noble in my town seems to be doing a booming business. Of course, DH is doing a big part to support them.

I seldom buy books any more, but I still read the old fashioned paper kind --- from the library.

Well, all Barnes and Nobles are successful. I go to the library also sometimes...but most of my books go on my iphone.

[PCGamer12345]

Originally Posted by suzy_q2010

The brick and mortar Barnes and Noble in my town seems to be doing a booming business. Of course, DH is doing a big part to support them.

I seldom buy books any more, but I still read the old fashioned paper kind --- from the library.

All B&M are doing good. Most of my books go on my iphone...I rarely buy books anymore or go to the library.

[suzy_q2010]

I read a lot of popular fiction. Even at ebook prices it's too expensive.

[weltschmerz]

I like books on paper. Do you remember that Twilight Zone episode, where the last man on earth finally has all the time in the world to read and his glasses break?

I always wonder what would happen in case of an apocalyptic event or natural disaster and there's no electricity or internet. E-readers would be of no help to you then.
I guess I'm kind of a survivalist, except I stock up on books instead of canned food and candles.

[warren zee]

People do still read books.

[Mark S.]

100% of my reading for pleasure is in books. I still visit bookstores and am a fixture at my local library. If Captain Picard can still read a hardcover in the 23rd century, well that's good enough for me.

[ebbe]

I prefer books and use the library.

[Snootylooter]

Originally Posted by weltschmerz

I like books on paper. Do you remember that Twilight Zone episode, where the last man on earth finally has all the time in the world to read and his glasses break?

I always wonder what would happen in case of an apocalyptic event or natural disaster and there's no electricity or internet. E-readers would be of no help to you then.
I guess I'm kind of a survivalist, except I stock up on books instead of canned food and candles.

Have remembered that Twilight episode for decades!! Was just telling someone about it the other day.

I have an Kindle but still prefer the feel of a book - turning the same pages that many others before me have, the feel of the paper. E-readers are more convenient for traveling though. I believe the downfall of some bookstores may not be e-readers but on-line booksellers - most notably Amazon.