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flag A 200-year-old book distributor, Baker & Taylor, is closing, disrupting U.S. library supply chains and forcing a costly, slow shift to a new provider.

flag Baker & Taylor, a 200-year-old book distributor, is closing, disrupting supply chains for thousands of U.S. public libraries that relied on it for books, labels, and lamination services. flag The closure, following financial struggles and a failed merger with ReaderLink, has forced libraries to switch to competitor Ingram Content Group, causing delays in receiving new print releases. flag The transition is complex and time-consuming, potentially increasing reliance on costly e-book leases with limited checkouts. flag This development adds to existing challenges including funding threats, political pressure on book availability, and staffing shortages, raising concerns about long-term access to physical books.

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