do you still go to library for a book

Use this forum for book and reading discussion that doesn't fall into another category. Talk about books, genres, reading issues, general literature, and any other topic of particular interest to readers. If you want to start a thread about a specific book or a specific series, please do that in the section below this one.
Post Reply
Egbeolowo Olamide
Posts: 34
Joined: 30 May 2022, 12:55
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 18

Re: do you still go to library for a book

Post by Egbeolowo Olamide »

Yes! Nothing beats a trip to the library, it's practically free therapy.
Alex Tuohy
Posts: 6
Joined: 30 Nov 2024, 22:34
Bookshelf Size: 0

Post by Alex Tuohy »

Absolutely! I'm there so often all the people at the front desk know me. I prefer reading physical copies of books, and I'd rather go to the library and read something for free than spend money on a book I don't know I'll like. I also like to go to my college's library to study.
lwelizabeth
Posts: 4
Joined: 06 Feb 2018, 15:38
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 2

Post by lwelizabeth »

Yes, it's a convenient way of finding new books without too much commitment, especially financial. I don't like the regret I feel if I spend money on a book that I end up hating. And if I end up liking the book enough to want a copy of my own, I can easily purchase it after having originally borrowed a copy from the library.
Blueberry Dragon
Posts: 457
Joined: 28 Oct 2023, 00:14
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 43
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-blueberry-dragon.html
Latest Review: The Virtuous Physician by Elliott B. Martin, Jr.

Post by Blueberry Dragon »

Occasionally yes, though it's been quite a while since I went to a library.
gregs317
Previous Member of the Month
Posts: 431
Joined: 23 Jul 2013, 22:17
Bookshelf Size: 0
2025 Reading Goal: 12
2025 Goal Completion: 0%

Post by gregs317 »

Not really. Most of the books that I want to read are hard to find at libraries. Also, I don't want to have to worry about late fees or return-by dates.
gregs317
Previous Member of the Month
Posts: 431
Joined: 23 Jul 2013, 22:17
Bookshelf Size: 0
2025 Reading Goal: 12
2025 Goal Completion: 0%

Post by gregs317 »

gregs317 wrote: 26 Dec 2024, 16:18 Not really. Most of the books that I want to read are hard to find at libraries. Also, I don't want to have to worry about late fees or return-by dates.
However, I do like to go to our public library when they have their used-book sales. I like to donate used books and also peruse what books they have for sale.
User avatar
Meghan Sica
In It Together VIP
Posts: 132
Joined: 09 Jul 2021, 13:35
Currently Reading: Find Your Freedom
Bookshelf Size: 42
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-meghan-sica.html
Latest Review: The Prodigy Slave, Book One: Journey to Winter Garden by Londyn Skye

Post by Meghan Sica »

Yes, but not usually for myself. Usually we go to the library so the kids can pick out new books to try.
London Baum
Book of the Month Participant
Posts: 264
Joined: 31 Jan 2024, 20:24
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 17
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-london-baum.html
Latest Review: Escape by Belle Ami

Post by London Baum »

I almost solely use the library for my books! I love reading and I love cover art and the artistry of physical books, but I don’t have the space for them in my house or budget at the rate I read. I love going to the library and using it to find books I wouldn’t on my own.
Latest Review: Escape by Belle Ami
Koffie Solomon
Posts: 100
Joined: 28 Jan 2025, 05:42
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 15

Post by Koffie Solomon »

No I don't. It isn't that I don't trust myself to take care of the books but rather I don't trust people around me to care for them.
Post Reply

Return to “General Book & Reading Discussion”