E-books, Kindles, Nooks… and books

On occasion the library is asked about downloadable e-books and if we are going to be getting them. The answer is probably.  Someday.  But for now the e-book scene is reminiscent of the VHS vs. Beta format battles.  With limited funds and a host of copyright and privacy issues still waiting to be settled, the Spokane Public Library is holding back and keeping our powder dry.  A nice discussion of the issue can be found here: http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2010947444_ereaders01m.html