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Buying and Managing E-Books for Acquisitions Librarians. Part 1 – Purchasing E-Books. In the ever-evolving landscape of academic library collections, the shift toward digital has often been framed as a straightforward evolution, a simple migration from shelf to screen. Yet, as any Acquisitions Librarian can tell you, the reality of building a digital collection is a complex dance of licensing, logistics, and strategic negotiation. While our patrons see the convenience of a click, we navigate a labyrinth of platforms, permissions, and pricing models behind the scenes. http://librarianth.home.blog/2026/01/26/buying-and-managing-e-books-for-acquisitions-librarians-part-1-purchasing-e-books/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social