Are library e-books really hurting book sales?

A study published at the beginning of this month examined the relationship between e-lending at public libraries and book sales in the market.

E-lending refers to the digital borrowing of books through electronic devices like e-readers, tablets, or smartphones, often facilitated by public libraries.

The study was commissioned by the Association of American Publishers (AAP), an organization representing major book publishers in the United States.

The research suggests that the availability of e-books through libraries may be contributing to a decline in book sales.

This raises questions about how digital lending practices influence consumer behavior and the economic health of the publishing industry.