Paperback or Hardcover?

[uyky]

I prefer hardback, but I honestly can't remember last book I read that wasn't an ebook

[hartman20]

I usually get paperback because it's cheaper. If they cost the same, I would prefer hardback because they're more durable.

[chrystalheart]

When choosing between the two, I prefer paperback. They are easier to hold and fit in small spaces in a purse or pocket. I also don't feel as bad when I scuff up a paperback (which is silly, I know). I find they also fit in my library better. I have approximately 800 books. Size is important. My husband, seeing the writing on the wall, purchased a kindle for me. And lately, I've been using audible. I love having the flexibility of large type, now that I'm getting older, and even having stories read to me while I do other things.

[Bandrea]

Paperback

[Written Legalist]

I prefer paperback mainly because I don’t feel as bad if I destroy the book’s cover or spine

[Joy2thenations]

Paperback that I can curl into my hand.

[Johni_Elliott]

Hardcover, all the way. They look prettier, they're more durable and you don't break the spine just by opening them, they're easier to hold, plus I like the idea of being able to use my reading material as a form of self defense. XD

On the other hand, paperback are cheaper and I'm super broke, so I guess both have their perks.

[pink boy]

It really depends... I hate having a paperback cover that curls up after you read it, but I also like to read laying down, which a hardcover book isn't always ideal for... besides, paperbacks are cheaper.

[Alexandralb2]

I am probably more of a paperback than Hardcover person, mostly because I travel a lot! Saying that I am definitely in favour of ebooks! My Kindle is one of my best friends! I can take so much more stuff travelling with me now that the weight is not taken up with books!

[Honeybeetle]

I mostly read books on my Kindle app on my phone these days (which is great for saving space in a small apartment, but not so great comfort-wise). If it's a matter of adding to my forever collection, I prefer hardback all the way. They're more durable and they look nicer. That being said, there's something about the feel and smell of an older paperback that's very appealing.

[Sakilunamermaid]

I usually would purchase paperback because I couldn't afford to buy all the books that I wanted, but then I found The Dollar Tree and second hand shops, as well as all of the free ebooks that are available. Before I got a kindle I couldn't imagine not reading physical books but honestly, I love books any way that I have access to them. I even have a small collection of audio books.

[webliquidinfotech]

i prefer paperback when i can't find the hardcover.

[RebeccasReading]

I read EVERYTHING on my kindle now, but I always prefered paperback. The reading experience also felt more intimate compared to a bulky hardcover.

[Poet0113]

Paperbacks are so original but hardcovers make it easier for me to keep the book in place so just for convenience sake I'll say hardcover.

[Kimber72]

I usually get paper back,but save the hard backs for my favorite authors or special books,or a series i absolutely love ill get in hard back,and still take special care of my paper backs