Despite economic challenges in other sectors, the public library system is alive and well in the United States. Being a published author, I'm an unlikely candidate to be saying, "Why buy that book when you can check it out for free?" But I know there's a time and a place for everything, and if you need a reminder that there are lots of great free things to do in this world, here's a reminder that free books, videos, and music are only a library away. A world of ideas and a world of fantasy worlds awaits the mind eager for mental adventure and stimulation at your local library. Cost: Nothing. Value: Priceless.
Then when things turn around for you, and they will get better, go back and start buying lots and lots of books so people like me can afford to have time to write them. In case you weren't aware of it, most writers, unless they are monumentally famous, still have other jobs, leaving their writing to be squeezed into available free time slots. We use our free time to create something for you to read in your free time. So, yes, buying books is important. But if you need to cut back for a time, don't forget that you can still enjoy good reads without busting the budget. While you're at it, see if your library has a section of donated books that you can purchase at obscenely low prices, thus building your personal library while helping your local "Friends of the Library" volunteer groups help out your local branch. It's a win-win situation for the patron and the institution.
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