rent-a-book?

[Cadaverous Pallor]

Ha ha, Kevy meant to make a one liner joke, but mistakenly made conversation.

Originally Posted by Kevy Baby

What they do need is AUDIO books. That would make for simpler shipping.

Audio books are many CDs in length - anywhere from 5 to 25 CDs for something like the longest Harry Potters. Mailing those would not be as simple as Netflix. (That is, unless that was supposed to be a joke too )

Of course then it begs the question - why not have downloads? We tried a text e-book thing that was a complete flop. No one wants to read novels on computers. Audio downloads involve large servers and copyright protections, so I do not see most libraries indulging in such expenses and possible problems. Anyone that has worked in a government job can understand why a question about downloadable audio books gets a laugh and a head shake from our tech department.

As for delivery books via snail mail, I've heard of it, but I'd guess it is only implemented by very large, very wealthy libraries.