Pew Research Center Survey Reveals Print Books Remain Preferred Among American Adults
A recent survey conducted by the Pew Research Center highlights that print books continue to be the preferred reading format for American adults, despite the increasing popularity of digital formats. The survey, which involved 8,046 U.S. adults, found that 64% of respondents had read at least part of a print book in the past year, a decrease from 72% in 2011. Meanwhile, the percentage of adults reading e-books rose to 31% from 17%, and audiobook usage increased to 26% from 11% over the same period. The survey also revealed demographic trends, such as college graduates being more likely to read books than non-graduates, and younger Americans under 50 showing a higher propensity to read e-books and audiobooks compared to older adults.