5 Ways to Score Cheap Books
So I'm going to add more books to your TBR pile. HAH. HAH. HAH. I'm a jerk.
But first:
Hey, how's it going?
Happy freaking Friday reader nerds! Today I'm giving you more ways to add on to your forever growing pile of books that I know you haven't gotten to yet. Same. Same. There's no shame, though. We can all feed this addiction together. A book addicted, book sick community of its own. Just don't pile your books too high. Death by books is real.
I never lie.
But back to whatever I was talking about. Cheap books! Yeh! Wait, did I even say cheap books yet? Hm.
So, Cheap books, and how to get 'em. I've got five fancy ways to get some really cheap books.
However, if you are a person who only buys new books and refuses to buy used - hah, you're a bitch. Nah, but seriously, these five festive reasons are not for you.
Before we get to the five reasons, take a look at the pictures right below these words.
That last pic though. Which books are new, and which books are used? You can't tell. YOU CAN'T TELL. You can't tell. I felt the need to repeat myself a million times because, crazy (actual book prices found at the end of this post). But, if you're wondering simply because you're an annoying person:
Now let's get in to the five fancy cheap loopholes.
1. Thrift Books
I feel your hesitation. But don't be afraid. I know ordering used books online can seem scary, but I've never had a problem with it at all. Sure, they come with stickers on them. Carefully. Peal. Them. Off. Doesn't take a brilliant psychopath to pull that one off. Oh, but there's sticky residue left over? Goo Gone. Windex. Alcohol. Not the kind you drink. They all work. Oh, but they're dirty? Clean them. Alright? It's always worth the risk when you can get a book way cheaper. That book's $20 in store? Well it's $5 online. You're welcome.
I shop online all the time for books because I'm not a gazillionaire.
But what if I want a book that was just released?
You are really helpless.
2. Amazon
If you want a new release, Amazon is awesome when it comes to that. They also have one, to two day shipping available for Prime Members. And I am a devoted member. Plus, the book ships to you the day it releases. Fantastic. And you would pay at least half the price for what the book retails for in stores.
Amazon also offers used books from sellers on their site. I've bought a used book or 500 from them before. I've never been pissed about it. Ever.
3. Thrift Stores
Keep in mind, fellow nerds, you can always clean the books.
Thrift stores are an awesome, super cheap way to buy books. It's by far one of the CHEAPEST ways to buy them. Hard covers and soft covers are a little different in price, but we are talking from 50 cents, to $3. I will die right now. That's right. Cheap. Cheap. CHEAP. You can sometimes find new releases as well at the thrift store. There are two local thrift stores that I frequent just for books. The hunt is the best part.
For example. I thrifted the entire Harry Potter series in hardback and perfect condition. Each book ranged from $1.50-$2. That's pretty incredible. So, HAH to all of you suckers who payed $20 for a copy. I utilized libraries and eventually was able to thrift them all brand new. 😐
4. Yard Sales/Garage Sales
Basically it's the same as a thrift store but in random people's yards. Promise, it's totally not creepy. These usually take place on the weekends and during the spring/summer/fall seasons. And these are places that you can haggle. Meaning, cheaper prices. I utilize my mom for these a lot, or anyone that I know, really. I say, "hey, if you ever see a really cheap book, can you pick it up for me and I'll pay you back?" That's how I've gotten some really awesome, also perfect condition books.
5. Craigslist
For real, this is a last resort. I don't use this too often. And it's more of something you would use on a local scale. But people are selling their books on Craigslist. Really good ones. So if you've got some free time, browse Craigslist and see what you can find. It's not always a hit, but you will definitely find complete book series that people want to get rid of for some reason.
Well, it looks like we've come to an end. Happy book hunting my fellow book friends. And let me know in the comments below what you use to buy cheap books.
Don't kill anyone with your books. ✌
💙Liz
Eragon: thrifted for $2.00
City of Ashes: found on Thrift Books for $3.86
Shadow and Bone: found on Thrift Books for $4.00
The Great Hunt: bought brand new on Amazon for $6.00
In case you needed to know:
Bookshelf gif I had trouble finding again: https://lovelace-media.imgix.net/uploads/1135/e2a25240-7ffe-0133-0c56-0e76e5725d9d.gif?w=740&h=351&fit=max&auto=format
Buy cheap books and pile that TBR: https://www.thriftbooks.com/
To justify your addiction: https://media.bookbub.com/blog/2016/09/29/things-you-can-relate-to-if-you-have-too-many-books/
But first:
Hey, how's it going?
Happy freaking Friday reader nerds! Today I'm giving you more ways to add on to your forever growing pile of books that I know you haven't gotten to yet. Same. Same. There's no shame, though. We can all feed this addiction together. A book addicted, book sick community of its own. Just don't pile your books too high. Death by books is real.
But back to whatever I was talking about. Cheap books! Yeh! Wait, did I even say cheap books yet? Hm.
So, Cheap books, and how to get 'em. I've got five fancy ways to get some really cheap books.
However, if you are a person who only buys new books and refuses to buy used - hah, you're a bitch. Nah, but seriously, these five festive reasons are not for you.
Before we get to the five reasons, take a look at the pictures right below these words.
That last pic though. Which books are new, and which books are used? You can't tell. YOU CAN'T TELL. You can't tell. I felt the need to repeat myself a million times because, crazy (actual book prices found at the end of this post). But, if you're wondering simply because you're an annoying person:
Now let's get in to the five fancy cheap loopholes.
1. Thrift Books
I feel your hesitation. But don't be afraid. I know ordering used books online can seem scary, but I've never had a problem with it at all. Sure, they come with stickers on them. Carefully. Peal. Them. Off. Doesn't take a brilliant psychopath to pull that one off. Oh, but there's sticky residue left over? Goo Gone. Windex. Alcohol. Not the kind you drink. They all work. Oh, but they're dirty? Clean them. Alright? It's always worth the risk when you can get a book way cheaper. That book's $20 in store? Well it's $5 online. You're welcome.
I shop online all the time for books because I'm not a gazillionaire.
But what if I want a book that was just released?
You are really helpless.
2. Amazon
If you want a new release, Amazon is awesome when it comes to that. They also have one, to two day shipping available for Prime Members. And I am a devoted member. Plus, the book ships to you the day it releases. Fantastic. And you would pay at least half the price for what the book retails for in stores.
Amazon also offers used books from sellers on their site. I've bought a used book or 500 from them before. I've never been pissed about it. Ever.
3. Thrift Stores
Keep in mind, fellow nerds, you can always clean the books.
Thrift stores are an awesome, super cheap way to buy books. It's by far one of the CHEAPEST ways to buy them. Hard covers and soft covers are a little different in price, but we are talking from 50 cents, to $3. I will die right now. That's right. Cheap. Cheap. CHEAP. You can sometimes find new releases as well at the thrift store. There are two local thrift stores that I frequent just for books. The hunt is the best part.
For example. I thrifted the entire Harry Potter series in hardback and perfect condition. Each book ranged from $1.50-$2. That's pretty incredible. So, HAH to all of you suckers who payed $20 for a copy. I utilized libraries and eventually was able to thrift them all brand new. 😐
4. Yard Sales/Garage Sales
Basically it's the same as a thrift store but in random people's yards. Promise, it's totally not creepy. These usually take place on the weekends and during the spring/summer/fall seasons. And these are places that you can haggle. Meaning, cheaper prices. I utilize my mom for these a lot, or anyone that I know, really. I say, "hey, if you ever see a really cheap book, can you pick it up for me and I'll pay you back?" That's how I've gotten some really awesome, also perfect condition books.
5. Craigslist
For real, this is a last resort. I don't use this too often. And it's more of something you would use on a local scale. But people are selling their books on Craigslist. Really good ones. So if you've got some free time, browse Craigslist and see what you can find. It's not always a hit, but you will definitely find complete book series that people want to get rid of for some reason.
Well, it looks like we've come to an end. Happy book hunting my fellow book friends. And let me know in the comments below what you use to buy cheap books.
Don't kill anyone with your books. ✌
💙Liz
Eragon: thrifted for $2.00
City of Ashes: found on Thrift Books for $3.86
Shadow and Bone: found on Thrift Books for $4.00
The Great Hunt: bought brand new on Amazon for $6.00
In case you needed to know:
Bookshelf gif I had trouble finding again: https://lovelace-media.imgix.net/uploads/1135/e2a25240-7ffe-0133-0c56-0e76e5725d9d.gif?w=740&h=351&fit=max&auto=format
Buy cheap books and pile that TBR: https://www.thriftbooks.com/
To justify your addiction: https://media.bookbub.com/blog/2016/09/29/things-you-can-relate-to-if-you-have-too-many-books/
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