Definition of "nonbook" [nonbook]

• A book having little or no literary merit or substance, often published to exploit a fad. (noun)
• Of, relating to, or being something other than a book, such as microfilm or microfiche in a library. (adjective)

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• "November 2005 the graphic novel was the only 'nonbook' on Time's list of the 100 best novels since 1923."
• "Personally I see great virtue in the "nonbook" presentation of certain biographical or historical subjects."
• "Your life has arranged some more personalized nonbook learning."