“Ten years ago, everyone bought paper and hardback books. Many people now read on iPhones, Kindles, Nooks, and various other electronic devices, and many books are published exclusively as e-reads” (Dawson-Cook 21). As technology advances, so does the way we read the world. Enthusiastic bookworms no longer need to pay retail for expensive hardcovers or spend hours searching library shelves, only to find the book they want already borrowed. Does this mean that libraries will close? No. Many libraries already offer e-books for payment (Wogan). E-books simply give libraries more options. Many newspapers and magazines can already be viewed on the screen of a computer or smartphone. Does this mean the only way to read is off-screen? Again, no. There will always be hard copies of these publications. According to Albrecht, “printed books will survive and probably continue to sell quite well” (28). However, as technology advances, it makes sense that books should do the same. Although books are traditionally published in print, e-books are gaining popularity, in terms of convenience and conventionality: digital publishing is expected to continue to gradually replace print. Books in printed format have been popular for centuries and are still in common use today. Today, about 70% of books are printed (Coker 188). However, this number will decrease due to the disadvantages of print compared to e-books. For example, e-books cost less than $9.99 on average, while the average price of a new hardcover is $26 (rich). For avid readers, this margin may allow more books to be purchased at a lower price. For students carrying textbooks worth an average of $900 to school each day, e-textbooks take center stage in paper......IRG. September 2010.Web. April 4, 2014. .Rich, Motoko. “Steal this book (for $9.99).” The New York Times. np The New York Times. May 16, 2009. Web. April 5, 2013..Sigler, Scott. Personal interview. March 30, 2014. “Traditional Textbooks or Electronic Textbooks – Which is Right for You?” » Grossmont.edu. Np, and Web. Apr 4, 2014. “Why can't I use a PDF? – The differences between e-books and books designed for print. »PublishGreen.com. npnd Web. March 2, 2014..Wogan, JB “Americans still love their libraries. » Effective March 18, 2014: McClatchy-Nibuno Collection. Internet. March 21 2014.