http://web.archivep75mbjunhxc6x4j5mwjmomyxb573v42baldlqu56ruil2oiad.onion/web/20250406195750/https:/www.axios.com/2024/05/06/library-librarians-e-books-license-policies
Follow the money: "For popular trade e-books, libraries often pay $55 for one copy that expires after 2 years (or $550 for one copy for 20 years)," per the American Library Association. "Meanwhile, a consumer will pay about $15 for perpetual use." "By comparison, libraries can purchase hardcover books for around $18-$20." Each e-book can only be lent out to one person at a time, leading to long wait times for patrons.