The debate that e-books could not replace paper books was a common topic of debate in online literature. Proponents believe that e-books have many advantages such as being portable, re-usable, and space-saving. They can replace paper books. Opponents, on the other hand, believed that paper books had unique charms such as touch, smell, and visual experience that could not be replaced by e-books. In the novel, this debate could be expressed as different characters 'views on e-books and paper books. For example, an author could write that a character believes that the advantages of e-books lie in their remoteness and re-use, while the advantages of paper books lie in their touch and smell. Another author could write that a character believes that both paper books and e-books have their own advantages and disadvantages, and that the unique charm of paper books cannot be replaced by e-books to express the character's point of view and attitude. No matter what form it took, this debate could be reflected in the novel, providing rich background and plot for the characters and the story.