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@obtener Similarly, if you're more of an audiobook person, Libro.FM does revenue sharing programs with local bookstores, and they don't use DRM on their audiobooks so you truly own the books you buy. Much better than Audible. :meowmeltthumbsup:

Libro.fmBuy audiobooks & support local bookstoresLibro.fm makes it possible for you to buy audiobooks directly through local bookstores.

@Rusty @obtener Don't buy " hard cover" books as gifts thinking theyre more special than paperbacks. They're really just paperbacks slapped between two pieces of cheap cardboard with a wrapper*, and people prefer reading paperbacks anyway, bc they're not so heavy to hold. So don't throw your money away. (Retired bookseller).

* Very few publishers produce quality hardcover books these days, and they never print new release books.

@anne_twain @obtener I honestly haven't read a physical book in so long but even when I did I preferred paperback to hardcover :blobfoxmelt: Hardcover seems like it's meant to sit on your shelf and look pretty more than anything else. I know some people who buy the physical book after they've finished the ebook or audiobook just so they can have it on their shelf as a kind of trophy, which is probably one of the few times a hardcover might be justified.

@obtener

Obviously, wandering down to your local independent bookshop is the best option. That said, a couple of other better-than-Amazon options:

Bookshop.org - Share a percentage of your purchases with a local bookshop of your choosing.

ThriftBooks.com - Reselling secondhand books for a lower environmental impact. Also a certified B corp.

@Blort @obtener my go toos. Thriftbooks also digs up some amazing things.

@obtener All brick and mortar shops do. And they depend heavily on a good holiday sale. It’s what keep them afloat the next year.

@obtener

If you still want to shop online, consider Bookshop. It connects you to independent book sellers. One way to get away from Amazon for your books.

bookshop.org/info/about-us

@plasma4045
Bookshop just filled an order for me. Thanks

@obtener what if i need things that are not books?

@leifdavisson
under30ceo.com/walmart-impact/

This article linked above discusses the economic impact of a Walmart store. Not good for small businesses, and on average lower wages for employees. See if there are other shops that sell what you want.

Under30CEO · The Real Cost of Walmart: Impact on Local EconomiesWhen Walmart opens a new store in a community, the economic effects are significant and complex. While the retail giant offers low prices and convenience to consumers, it also brings a host of challenges to local economies. From impacting small businesses to altering employment patterns, the true cost of Walmart’s presence is a topic of much debate. This article explores the multifaceted impact of Walmart on local economies, drawing from numerous studies and real-world examples. Key Takeaways Walmart stores can reduce a community’s economic output by millions of dollars over time. The presence of Walmart often leads to lower wages and fewer retail jobs in the local area. Small businesses struggle to compete with Walmart’s low prices, leading to closures and less innovation. Consumers benefit from Walmart’s low prices and wide selection of goods, but this can limit their choices in the long run. In rural areas, Walmart can meet unmet demands, but this comes with economic trade-offs for the community. Economic Impact of Walmart on Local Communities When Walmart opens a store in a local community, it brings significant changes to the local economy. These changes can be both positive and negative, affecting various aspects of economic life in […]

@obtener I don't think I've ever ordered a book from Amazon