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By Meghan Mangel n 2017 there are many ways to read a book. There are eBooks, Audiobooks and Playaways in addition to regular books.

We may live in a digital world, but I am still a fan of the traditional “paper� book. Call me nostalgic, call me old-fashioned, but I love the weight, feel and smell of a book. You can’t beat the experience of browsing in a library or a bookstore.

Print is not dead. In fact, regular books still account for the majority of materials being checked out at The Ocean City Free Public Library.

Studies have shown that reading in print helps with comprehension. It also helps to reduce stress, improve a person’s ability to concentrate and increases empathy. It is suggested that people do at least 30-45 minutes of daily reading away from the dis-

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tractions of modern technology. That being said, there are still benefits that can be derived from other forms of reading.

An eBook is an electronic version of a printed book. It can be read on a computer or a handheld device specifically designed for this purpose such as the Amazon Kindle, the Apple iPad or a Barnes & Noble “Nook.� Most of the time, an eBook can be downloaded in five minutes or less. eBooks are perfect for traveling. Why take up valuable space in your suitcase when an eBook can store anywhere from 4,000 to over 500,000 pages of text and graphics. They also don’t weigh very much. eBooks are also great for the visually impaired. You can choose the size of the text, the spacing between the lines and often,

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and a great book or two.

Grab the latest best seller for reading on the beach, or salvage a rainy weekend with DVDs, games, and other activities.

No matter the weather, the Ocean City Free Public Library offers information, entertainment, and inspiration for all ages.

Books, Audiobooks, Periodicals & Reference Materials Music CDs, Educational Videos & Entertainment Videos Children’s Software, Video Games & Mobile WiFi Hotspots Teen & Tween Book Clubs, Social Events & Activities Lectures, Workshops, Concerts & Movies Children’s Crafts & Storytelling And So Much More

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