Benefits of paper books:

• Made from a renewable resource
• Don't need to be charged so it won't go dead during a read
• No operating system so it won't go bing during a read
• More water resistant than ereader (mostly)
• Can be safely tossed during a particularly frustrating read
• Useful for killing/sweeping aside scary bugs
• Holding book while reading in bed is a workout
• Not based on proprietary digital restrictions management tech

Benefits of ebooks:

• Pack thousands of books into twee travel-sized device
• Adjustable reading experience (font size/type, screen brightness, etc.)
• Don't need light on to read
• Lighter than print books (mostly)
• Won't stain when smudged with fav reading snack
• Feels/looks like you're in an episode of star trek
• Ability to borrow/buy books from couch/bed/cozy cafe
• Books magically beamed to you across planet & outer space, really, how cool is that?