When to Use Print Hard Cover？

In recent years, print books have seen a resurgence, and for good reason—they can be better for your brain, health and the planet. With e-waste’s 15% recycling rate, you can feel good about choosing a print book—with paper having a much higher recycling rate (nearly 68%). Plus, paper comes from a renewable resource!

Here are more reasons to choose a paper book:

1. You absorb more information.

Readers of print books absorb and remember more of the plot than readers of e-books do, according to a study that was presented in Italy in 2014. In an earlier study, print readers also scored higher in other areas, such as empathy, immersion in the book, and understanding of the narrative. Scientists believe this effect is related to the tactile sensation of holding a book in your hands.

Seeing and feeling how much progress you’ve made in the story can help readers feel like they’re unfolding the story—both literally and figuratively. Plus, with a print book, it’s easier to go back and confirm information you may be unsure of without losing your place and having to scroll or click back on your device.

2. They help children become better readers, too. 

Another study of young children between the ages of three and five revealed that kids had lower comprehension of the story when their parents read to them from an e-book as opposed to a print book.

Researchers theorize this arises because children get distracted by the electronic device and have a harder time focusing on the story itself.

3. They're easier on the eyes.

Considering that many jobs require you to stare at a computer screen all day, it’s wise to give your eyes a break whenever you can. Electronic books can cause screen fatigue, which may lead to blurred vision, redness, dryness and irritation. With print books, you don’t have to worry about any of that.