@Katie – I was an early adopter. Bought my first Kindle in 2007 and have upgraded a few times. I love that I can read it at night with the Paperwhite (so I don’t disturb the husband in bed) and that I have hundreds of books with me everywhere I go. But I also read physical books. Just depends how I can get it cheapest, I never spend more than $3 on a book. I’m cheap lol
@Katie Most of them , but I need to buy some in soft covers. I have a kindle, but I still prefer the book. I buy a lot of used books from http://abebooks.com/ , great bargains.
Paperback because I’m one of those people who doesn’t crack the spine when they read so they all look almost brand new anyway ? Plus they’re easier to carry around and read in general.
Love paperbacks. Hardcovers do hold a special place in my heart though— usually a gift or a book that I just couldn’t wait to buy. Full disclosure… I am 95% a kindle convert.
Some books I like in hard cover because I want to put them on my shelf. Others I prefer in paper back because I use paper backs when I am reading a book. I have two copies of my favorite books, sometimes more.
I like both. However, I am a spinebender when I read, so paperbacks are preferred (mass markets are best for purses!) But will never thumb my nose at a hardback.
Preferably, I’d rather read on my Kindle. However, if I’m reading a physical book for whatever reason, I’d prefer it to be a paperback. Hardcovers, I feel, are just to cumbersome to comfortably hold and read.
If its a book I really really enjoyed and want to keep to reread over and over then hardcover. I think they just pack with moving better and are more durable in that sense. Paperbacks are nice though like someone else said they fit better in your purse.
I prefer paperbacks but if a book that is just released is one that I’ve been waiting to read I will buy it. Also, sometimes the hardcover is cheaper (?♀️).
Hardcover…because when you stack them on your library shelves…they just give you beautiful bookspines….that can’t be compared to that of paperbacks….yuck!!!! lol
Mass market paperbacks
Paper backs are easier to take places and I can’t fit more on the shelf lol
@Katie exactly
My favorite is the trade paperback.
Whatever I find cheapest at the thrift store or whatever the library has it in ?. I use my Kindle a lot, as well.
Still debating on getting a kindle.
@Katie – I was an early adopter. Bought my first Kindle in 2007 and have upgraded a few times. I love that I can read it at night with the Paperwhite (so I don’t disturb the husband in bed) and that I have hundreds of books with me everywhere I go. But I also read physical books. Just depends how I can get it cheapest, I never spend more than $3 on a book. I’m cheap lol
@Leah I sometimes use my iPad. But I heard the kindle is way better for reading
@Katie Yes! Tablets are backlit and have glare in sunlight. The Paperwhite is frontlit, so no glare and no harshness on the eyes. Love it.
@Leah I will have to try it out
Paperback! They don’t hurt my hand when I hold them open with just one hand like hardcover does
I’ve dropped the hard cover to Harry Potter and the deathly hallows on my face. Totally put me off hard covers lol
Omg ??? that’ll do it for sure! ??
@Chelsea i was wearing glasses too so it wasn’t fun lol
Yikes! I know that feeling!!! Not a book but I’ve dropped my phone on my face hahaha
@Chelsea that happens all the time lol
Paperback. It doesn’t hurt when it falls on my face if I doze off while reading. ?
I literally just said that to one of the comments above! ?
Hardcover.
Are all of your books hard covers?
I much prefer hardcover also! I do own paperback books but only bacause they don’t do them In hardback ?
@Katie Most of them , but I need to buy some in soft covers. I have a kindle, but I still prefer the book. I buy a lot of used books from http://abebooks.com/ , great bargains.
Paperback because I’m one of those people who doesn’t crack the spine when they read so they all look almost brand new anyway ? Plus they’re easier to carry around and read in general.
All of mine look rough. I’m the worst with books. I eat when I read lol lots of food and coffee stains.
My current book I’m reading lol
This is why I never lend out books, I just give them away ?
This is honestly as bad as it gets with me, and I’ve been reading this book on and off for like 2 weeks
@Jess I’m the worst person to loan books too. I try to keep them looking good but they all end up like this
@Jess wow that doesn’t even look read!
I know, I know, I’m a freak ?
@Jess nice title
Paper and has to be the same jacket format for all books if reading a series
Same!
paperbacks – easier to read in bed
I agree!
Hardback all the way 🙂
Hardcover
I prefer paperback, because it’s cheaper and takes up less space.
Paper
Paperback. They’re lighter/easier to carry around.
Hard
Paperback or kindle.
However, hardcover if it’s a series.
I like both.
Hardcover. I don’t like the feel of a paperback.
I like need large print. In what ever the cover is made of. I’m thankful for my Kindle app. But it’s nice to hold a book
Paperback!!
Tablet ?
I sometimes use my iPad
Paperback.
Paper….. easier to transport.
Kindle – have to make the type really big and like the built-in light!
Not important.
I was just curious
I prefer hardcover, but probably own more paperbacks. I suppose I’m not too picky! ☺️
I’ll take whatever but I personally do love paperbacks
Paper – it’s lighter.
Doesn’t hurt as bad if I drop the book on my face lol
Depends on the book.
Which do you you prefer for which reasons?
Paperback, easier to handle and ever kinder to acquiring/ book collecting
budget.. though there are some books that must be in hardback ..
Which do you prefer for hard cover
@Katie, it is a long list.. for certain first editions of a favored writer or collection.. museum releases or retrospectives..
@Kathleenellen that’s pretty cool
Both.
Either
Paperback!They are much easier to carry around!
for carrying… always paperback… otherwise its an either or.
my eyes vote for hardcover now!
paperback
I like paperback.
Both
Hard cover
Books tend to fall on my head when I’m reading in bed. Paper backs hurt less 😉
Mostly paper
I like hardcover, I can hold it with one hand while eating lunch at work. That’s the only time I get to read!!!!
That is a good reason lol
You already know. But paperbacks bc I’m gonna fold them suckers back as I read
I wish every paper back was made like the book thief. That book felt so good in my hands
Mine was different and super stiff but it’s older and the pages smell so good
@Shelly I also love old books
Im patiently waiting on lord of shadows to come in its killing me. But im on part 9 of the book theif so by the time I get done it will be here
@Shelly perfect timing!
Hardcover for me
Both
Hard cover.
Either just not ebook
Whatever is a dollar or less ?
Paper backs
either as long as it’s a physical book
Love paperbacks. Hardcovers do hold a special place in my heart though— usually a gift or a book that I just couldn’t wait to buy.
Full disclosure… I am 95% a kindle convert.
Paper back. I hate hard covers!
hardcover.
Same
Both plus Kindle books.
If I’m buying; paperback, from the library; hardcover,
Both, and Ebooks
Hardcover, feels more of an event sitting down with a hardback haha x
All of them.
Hard cover for me!
Some books I like in hard cover because I want to put them on my shelf. Others I prefer in paper back because I use paper backs when I am reading a book. I have two copies of my favorite books, sometimes more.
Paperback.
All ?
Both
I like both. However, I am a spinebender when I read, so paperbacks are preferred (mass markets are best for purses!) But will never thumb my nose at a hardback.
Preferably, I’d rather read on my Kindle. However, if I’m reading a physical book for whatever reason, I’d prefer it to be a paperback. Hardcovers, I feel, are just to cumbersome to comfortably hold and read.
If its a book I really really enjoyed and want to keep to reread over and over then hardcover. I think they just pack with moving better and are more durable in that sense. Paperbacks are nice though like someone else said they fit better in your purse.
Hardcover ?
Hardcover.
Paperback. Mainly because it doesn’t hurt when it falls on your face while sleeping ?
Same
i like both. but if i’m going to share a book, i prefer a hardback. theyre more durable.
I prefer softcover. Lighter to carry around everywhere with me, amd more affordable, so I can buy more!
Paperbacks
I’m really enjoying everyone’s preferences!
Mostly paperbacks.
Both
I love paperbacks!!
Hard covers, nook
Paper
I like the book that has the prettiest cover art. Gosh, I’m so shallow.
Same here.
That’s a tough one. I lean towards hardback, but not sure why, honestly.
Both
Paperback
paperback easy to read
paper back is easy for holding; hard cover is good for collection. Depend on why I buy it.
These days primarily Kindle. Arthritis in my hands, it’s just easier to hold.
paperback for reading, hardback for display
Trade paperbacks. Mass markets not so much.
I like hard cover because I stress about cracking the spine with paperbacks! I hate cracking the spine so I end up holding the book partially open!
@Camille I feel exactly the same about paperbacks therefore I ALWAYS go for hard covers whenever I’ve got the chance
I prefer paperbacks but if a book that is just released is one that I’ve been waiting to read I will buy it. Also, sometimes the hardcover is cheaper (?♀️).
I buy from Thriftbooks-and sometimes get a library copy for $3.50 so I’ll take that. Otherwise I go with paperbacks.
Both!
Paperback.
Ppbk
Hardcover…because when you stack them on your library shelves…they just give you beautiful bookspines….that can’t be compared to that of paperbacks….yuck!!!! lol
Hard cover
Yes
Paper back
Hardcover. Well, it is more elegant though.
Paperbacks
Ebook! For me it’s my Kindle Paperwhite. ???
Hardback is my favorite. Small ones. Silly but that’s my favorite.
Paperbacks.
Paper
paper, and my kindle app
Yes. And a Kindle. I want the story. Format doesn’t matter.
Hard back for home -larger print and easier to hold in bed. Paperbacks for beach and travel (with my cheater glasses)
Hard cover
Hardcover.
audiobook
Hardcover if I buy. Otherwise it doesn’t matter.
HB where possible. Everything is a keeper!
Hardcover
Paperback or ebook
Neither. E-reader
Ideally hard cover because I like the feel of it. But I’m not picky – ebooks are great too.
Kindle
Being in Minnesota … there is nothing cozier in the fall and winter than a hot cup o’ something and a hardcover book.
Hard cover ideally, but font size is more important. My eyes are getting older, and large print feels so much better.
@Brenda that’s one big reason I love my Kindle. ?
Paperback
Doesn’t matter unless it’s a chunky, over 400/450pg. Then, it’s an ebook.
E-book or audio book
I like both.
Paperback
Paperbacks are easier to handle to me.