Are young people demanding new ways in which books are published?

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Are young people demanding new ways in which books are published?

Story books have always been a useful tool to learn a language as the benefits of reading a book include increasing the range of vocabulary and being entertained.  However, in my case, I find most story books less entertaining than computer games.  This means only a small portion of books would keep me entertained.  After many years of experience, I have discovered myths, legends and stories which are related to Japanese; Chinese or Egyptian deities are the ones which I am most interested in.  Perhaps this is because I am unfamiliar with gods from these cultures and I believe humans are always interested in unknowns or supernatural objects.  But, books which fit in this genre, according to my experience, are quite rare.  This caused me to read less as I grew older, because I was forced to read when I was young, but now, I am not forced anymore and can only read books that interest me.    

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This is perhaps why most young people do not like to read.  Therefore, publishers and authors would have to find new ways to keep these people interested and eventually buying their products.  This means that authors may find it very difficult to be successful if they just write books and wait for consumers to buy them, as many books today have turned into movies and games, as well as other types of merchandise, for example, playing cards and action figures.  Not only do publishers and authors are able to find new ways of earning money, but the benefit as well. ...

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