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May 6, 2026
The hill I will die on: Heavy, awkward and incredibly expensive – we don’t need hardback books
It’s an annoying choice: either lug around a heavy tome or try to remember when the paperback version is coming out
TL;DR
- Hardback books are too expensive and inconvenient compared to paperbacks.
- Their bulkiness makes them difficult to carry while commuting or traveling.
- Large hardback books are awkward to read, especially in public spaces.
- The author finds hardbacks aesthetically displeasing and overgrown.
- Publishing industry reasons for hardbacks include prestige and a phased sales strategy.
- The author believes the drawbacks of hardbacks outweigh their perceived benefits.