Thanks for your comment. Actually, ebooks may be returned early, and that is appreciated since many currently have waiting lists. Eaudio titles may not be returned early, and we agree that is unfortunate. If you are a fast listener however, choosing the 7-day checkout over the 14-day option would be helpful. To return an eBook early: Open Adobe Digital Editions on your computer - In the Library View, click on the book you want to return - Click the triangular button next to the title to open the Item Options window - Click on Return Borrowed Item. To return Kindle eBooks early: Go to the Amazon website - Sign in to your account - Under Your Amazon choose Manage Your Kindle - Enter your password again - Use the Action menu to the right of the borrowed book you would like to return - Choose Return this book. Please contact staff at any of our locations for further guidance. Thank you for your interest in returning items early to benefit other users.