We have them sitting around as reading materials as well. So, if you're a guest on our boat, sitting in the salon, you'll likely see one or more on a sofa, a table or in a chair. Sometimes even in our family room at home. All but a couple of our friends like the water and enjoy cruising with us at different times. They like to read of potential cruising areas.
So, I guess we don't use them in the intended way but we do very much enjoy them.