The Times Online today is reporting on the Public Lending Remuneration scheme, a new system set up by the Irish government that gives cash rewards to the most popular authors in libraries. Those set to receive rewards include J.K. Rowling.
Deathly Hallows is said to have been the fifth most sought after book in January.
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Maeve Binchy, a writer, said many bestselling authors donate their cheques to charity but they remain an important incentive. “It’s only fair that if hundreds of people borrow your book, you get paid,” she said. “It’s especially important for those who don’t get huge sales. When you see that PLR written on an envelope your heart soars because it’s never bad news. It’s confirmation people are reading your books.”