Same details, only different format

[Moloch]

If a book was published in 2 almost identical editions (same ISBN, same date, same cover etc) that are just 2 different formats (hardcover and paperback), do we need to create 2 records for it (one of them as if it was an ACE)? Another solution could be click "other" in the format field and enter "Paperback/Hardcover".

Which is right? Thanks

[lethe]

Was it actually published in both hardcover and paperback? There is also a hybrid format which I don't know the term for, it looks bound but has a flexible cover. Some people might call it hardcover, some paperback; maybe that is the confusion?

If they are actually two different formats I'd say create an ACE (although strictly speaking there is no alternative cover). Just my two cents.

[rivka, Former Moderator]

If there are actually two formats, there should be two editions. The format field should never have multiple formats for a single edition.