Choosing Used Books
What are the most important factors and qualities to consider when buying a used book? What qualities make for a good used book, and what should you avoid?
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by niccaymellay
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Aug 1, 2012 |
Patience is Key!
Be patient and be sure of the book you are choosing from. Every book has its ups and downs.... read full review
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by videodude
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Jan 16, 2007 |
Used Books Are No Different Than New Books
Buying used books should be common, instead of having to pay far too much for something that's inevitably going to be cheaper in just a few weeks or more.... read full review
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by vinceneilsgirl
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Mar 8, 2002 |
The Joy of Used Books
Buy used books and help others... read full review
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by Petrescu
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Mar 5, 2002 |
Be Educated In Your Addiction
Know where to look, what to pay and what to look for.... read full review
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by outuvprint
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Dec 3, 2001 |
Treasure Hunting
If you like it or want it, buy it, and treasure it.... read full review
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by floridawannabe
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Oct 6, 2001 |
Buying Textbooks online
I think it's silly to buy a book you'll only use for a little time at full price! Buy online to save money. ... read full review
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by Tori42
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Sep 22, 2001 |
Collecting Used Books Can Be A Blast
First editions are not important to me-the quality of the book is-so thrifty shopping has really paid off for my book collecting at thrift stores, library sales and EBay.... read full review
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by movielover123
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Aug 4, 2001 |
Men Are Jerks, Women Are Psychotic
Buying used books can be discouraging and hard work, but it can also be a fun way to spend an afternoon.... read full review
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by dianalynnxk
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Aug 2, 2001 |
Perusing Through Books...
Try it, you'll like it. ... read full review
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by frwhiskey
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Jun 3, 2001 |
Obscure, arcane, un-PC, foreign press used books: Alleluia!
Choose Used! Get to know the human past in all its riproaring ribald reality, untainted by PC madness! ... read full review
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by evilangel104
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May 22, 2001 |
The Road Less Taken
Save yourself money and learn a little.... read full review
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by ragdoll21
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May 12, 2001 |
Ooh, that dog-earred title could be a bargain!
There are many basics to consider when picking out used books. Here are my hints for choosing used books.... read full review
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by janicewindy
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May 2, 2001 |
Book used could be your Treasure
Second Hand Books can be a treasure.... read full review
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by Social14
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Apr 5, 2001 |
What to know before you go [out to look for books]
If you know where to look and what to look for, you can be very successful!... read full review
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by glacier
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Apr 3, 2001 |
How to Sell Used Books
Buy Used by all Means, but Here's How to Sell Your Used Books... read full review
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by DAnneC
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Mar 29, 2001 |
Feeding the Passions of the Mind
Buying used books can save you money, indulge your intellectual passions, and connect you more firmly to the human family.... read full review
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by herrcool
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Mar 28, 2001 |
Used books are the safest second-hand purchases you can make
Used books are normally excellent value for money, and are a great way to pick up titles which are out of print.... read full review
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by fireballdw
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Mar 28, 2001 |
The ABCs of Buying Used Books
Look at all your options. Yard sales, school sales, Goodwill, and internet used book stores. And don't forget to inspect the books when you can.... read full review
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by CJsMommy
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Mar 28, 2001 |
Second Hand Isn't Always Second Best!
Buying used is a great way to save a little cash, and gain those hard to find books. And when your done, share the love with someone else!... read full review
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by lastreflection
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Mar 22, 2001 |
Pennies on the Dollar -- Buying used books
Prices of the latest paperbacks are hitting the 8 dollar mark. The ideas presented here can reduce your cost to pennies on the dollar, and even turn a profit!... read full review
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by telynor
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Mar 17, 2001 |
Persistence WILL pay off
Ah, the smell of a used bookstore! Nothing like it around. And now with on-line sites, you too can have the complete works of [insert your favorite writer here]!... read full review
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by seacow
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Mar 17, 2001 |
If you look hard enough...
The only advice I can give you is to look in different places until you find it.... read full review
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