[AI Summary]: BRIET is a groundbreaking platform from the Brick House Cooperative that enables independent publishers to sell permanent copies of ebooks directly to libraries and schools, rather than licensing them. This preserves libraries’ fundamental right to own their collections, preventing tampering or removal of digital content. The platform supports Controlled Digital Lending (CDL) practices and integrates with existing library systems like Libby, Palace Project, and Open Library. Publishers receive 100% of sales revenue with no transaction fees, while libraries can purchase and permanently own digital books just as they would physical books, protecting cultural preservation and digital ownership rights.
- Developer: The Brick House Cooperative
- License: Free to use for publishers and libraries
- Platform: Web-based
- Integration: OPDS feeds, Libby, Palace Project, Open Library
- Contact: david@briet.app