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Writer's pictureKayjah Taylor

E-Books vs. Paper Books: The Pros and Cons

Updated: May 4, 2023

Technology is everywhere. We have access to technology almost everywhere we go, whether through a phone, tablet, laptop, etc.


With the rise in technology came the rise in e-books, electronic books/images designed to be read on electronic devices. There have been numerous debates on whether printed books are better than e-books, but both have pros and cons.


Let's discuss them!

E-BOOKS


PROS:

  • Portability

  • You can have hundreds of books on one device

  • Environment friendly

  • Accessibility with audiobooks (for those with vision impairments)

  • The process of buying books is quicker


CONS:

  • Eye Strain

  • You can't share e-books

  • Pirating books

  • You have to stop reading if you need to charge up



PAPER BOOKS


PROS:

  • The feeling of holding a book in your hands

  • Your brain retains words better when you read on paper

  • You can have a physical collection

  • You can re-sell your books

  • You can get a break from technology and blue light

  • Paper books can come in a variety of styles


CONS:

  • Affects the environment

  • They are not as portable (they take up space and are heavy)

  • Reading paper books requires a light source

  • Storage

  • Paper books are usually more expensive


At one point in time, I would only read paper books, both because I lacked the devices to read e-books and the fact that paper books give you a different experience. Now, after a few years of reading e-books and paper books, I think that they both have unique qualities that make them both valuable.


Which version do you prefer?

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