May 22, 2012

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Ebook Penetration Reports

Library Journal and School Library Journal‘s 2011 Ebook Penetration and Use survey reports present the most up to date data on how libraries are adopting ebooks and the driving factors behind purchasing and circulation activity in the public, academic, and school (K-12) markets. The 2011 surveys repeat the majority of questions asked in our inaugural 2010 reports and present clear cross comparisons as well as eye-opening trends on how libraries are using this new technology.
Each specialized report includes:

  • Executive summary on how libraries have adapted to ebooks and projections for the future
  • Detailed data broken down by size of library and library budget
  • Comparisons of 2011 to 2010 data
  • Full text comments about librarians’ experiences with ebooks in their libraries
  • Profile of respondents (all data broken down by size or type of library and acquisition budget)

The reports provides insight into:

  • Key circulation measurements
  • Format offerings and favored devices
  • Current and projected state of ebook budgets
  • Factors influencing ebook collection building and purchasing activity
  • Usage license activity
  • Preferred license models
  • Vendor preferences and attributes

The results compiled in these reports are based on 2,446 total respondents:

  • 1,053 U.S. Public libraries
  • 905 U.S. School (K-12) libraries
  • 488 U.S. Academic libraries (graduate, 4-year, and 2-year institutions)
Reports are organized and available for purchase in three separate markets, with discounted rates for LJ and SLJ subscribers:

  • Librarians & Educators – LJ or SLJ Subscriber: $69.95/report
  • Librarians & Educators – Non-Subscriber: $99.95/report ($139.95/report after 11/28)
  • Publishers / Vendors / Other: $299.95/report ($349.95/report after 11/28)

Buy the Survey of Ebook Penetration and Use in U.S. Public Libraries (PDF)
Buy the Survey of Ebook Penetration and Use in U.S. Academic Libraries (PDF)
Buy the Survey of Ebook Penetration and Use in U.S. School (K-12) Libraries (PDF)

Click here for a free download of the 2011 Public Library report’s Table of Contents.
Click here for a free download of the 2011 Academic Library report’s Table of Contents.
Click here for a free download of the 2011 School/K-12 Library report’s Table of Contents.

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