I purchase almost all the books that I read or wish to read. Primarily because we could never afford to buy chapter books when I was a child and it’s a great joy to me now to be able to own books. But also because I wish to directly support authors and editors and all the folks who work on books. Every year or so I’ll clear out books I’ve read and donate them or sell them.

I used libraries so much more frequently as a child. I vividly remember trips with my mom and coming back with piles and piles of books. There was just so much more time to read! Nowadays I’ll check out audiobooks or, if I’ve purchased the audiobook, I’ll check out the print copy for those moments when I want to switch to reading.