I had a conversation about books with a friend of mine and we came into the subjects of buying books vs borrowing books from a public library. He said that he likes to support the author and prefers to buy the books he reads.
This made me think. The answer is pretty clear when it comes to buying vs downloading a pirate copy, but in the case with libraries it seems incorrect to say that I’m not supporting the author, but I can’t say why.
What do you think?
It depends. If I’m ever able to publish physical copies I’m definitely sending a few for free to some big libraries if I can. Libraries have given so much to me in my life and I feel like it’s my duty to give back to them. So, while I don’t get more money from the library after the initial purchase of the book, I just care about more eyes on my work and less on the money. I want to inspire artists like they have inspired me.