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How To Save Money On Books

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If you are an avid bookworm then you might be spending a small fortune on books every month. Here are some ideas to save money on books whilst still reading the authors you love.

Join the library

The library is a great place to not only get books but also a range of DVDs and other items to rent out. Joining your local library is free, and you can even reserve books ahead of time if they don’t have the title that you want in stock. As well as being able to book physical books you can also get access to ebooks and audiobooks with your library membership. Nothing beats getting something for free!

Buy second hand

Once I have read a book I rarely hold on to it, choosing to swap it or donate it to a charity shop. Thanks to people like me you can often find some of the latest titles in charity shops available for a fraction of the price. You can also pick up second hand books from car boot sales, jumble sales and online from places like eBay and Amazon.

Download free eBooks

Even if you don’t own a Kindle, as long as you have a smartphone or tablet you can download the Kindle app. There are plenty of titles given away for free every day, meaning you can load up your library with books for free. There are also many websites online where you can find free eBooks other the Kindle app too. You can use Obooko to download over 2000 free ebooks from fiction and non-fiction genres with absolutely no fees or charges. You can check them out here: https://www.obooko.com/

Get unlimited audiobooks and ebooks with Scribd

If you enjoy listening to audiobooks or reading e-books then you will love the app Scribd. For the same price as Audible, where you get one book to listen to per month, you get access to unlimited audiobooks and ebooks. They don’t have as many titles as Audible, but you can save a ton of money by switching, especially if you get through more than one book per month. Download it in your app store.

Book swaps

Book swaps are great if your bookcases are overflowing or you want to be inspired with new reading material. You can either make it a social occasion by arranging a book swapping party where guests bring their books to exchange with each other; swap elsewhere in person or look for online book swaps. Not only is book swapping great for your wallet, but also great for the environment.

Ask friends and relatives if you can borrow their books

If you want a less formal arrangement than taking part in book swaps or joining the library then ask your friends and family if you could borrow any books that catch your eye. Be sure to return the favour if they ask to borrow something from your collection, and don’t forget to return them promptly.

Compare online vs in store prices

When it comes to buying new books there isn’t one retailer that offers the best prices. Amazon is a massive online marketplace full of books, but sometimes they can be found for cheaper in supermarkets. Supermarkets also often have offers on, such as two books for £7. Make sure that you compare the prices and take extra costs, like parking or postage, into account when comparing the prices.

 

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Emma Drew

Emma has spent over 15 years sharing her expertise in making and saving money, inspiring thousands to take control of their finances. After paying off £15,000 in credit card debt, she turned her side hustles into a full-time career in 2015. Her award-winning blog, recognized as the UK's best money-making blog for three years, has made her a trusted voice, with features on BBC TV, BBC radio, and more.

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