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Book Buying on a Budget
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items Love to read but can’t afford the price of new books? Here’s a list of in-store and online options to discover your next discounted read. Some suggestions are straight forward while others require some searching, but who doesn’t love a treasure hunt?...
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In-store Options
Love the physical hunt for a book? Yeah me too! Here are options for that treasure hunt you are craving.
You might be skeptical, but trust me on this one. This is my favorite secret place to buy SUPER discounted popular books. I buy books from Marshall’s often. The books can be found near the register or in the aisles near the games or stationary. AND D...
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Just like Marshall’s, make sure to check out your local TJ Maxx. Look for books in the aisles near the games and/or stationary. Usually, I find great deals on classic novels that are special editions. Each store is different so sometimes I find popul...
TJ Maxx Official Site | Shop Clothing, Home Decor, Handbags & More
These discount department stores keep bringing in some amazing book deals! Not all stores have the same inventory so definitely look around and check out different ones. Happy discount hunting!
HomeGoods
Another fabulous secret spot for discounted popular books! The stores will vary in their inventory so check different locations and return to stores every now and then.
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Try your local library! Lots of times libraries have sections or even whole stores to sell surplus books. This link is my local branch, but just search for libraries in your area or Friends of the Library.
FOLMC
Book sale finder is an online directory that lists upcoming library book sales, ongoing library bookstores, and charity book events.
Book Sale Finder
Love thrifting? Then why not thrift for books too! Check out your Value Village or Savers and go treasure hunting.
Value Village
Definitely a treasure hunt with Goodwill book finding, but it can be super rewarding. Some locations are very book heavy so go explore and see what you find.
Goodwill®
Go explore you neighborhood and find some fun little free libaries! I’ve found some wonderful books this way. And it gets you out and about; go for a walk on a nice day and discover your next read.
Little Free Library
Find the closest Half Price Books near you! Depending on the location, this may be a great option for budget-friendly books.
HPB
Online Options
Don’t have time to bop around time and discover discounts? Here is a list of fabulous online options for cheaper books.
This is one of my favorite places to shop for discounted books online. Signup for their newsletter so you can stay up to date on their latest deals. The best deal is when they have fiction books for just $5.99 a piece! The only con is that sometimes ...
Browse Discounted Books Online
Definitely give this website a frequent peruse. They specialize in used books, recycled media, and text reselling.
Buy used books online | Wob
This website is just a huge independent used bookstore but online. I like to check back in from time to time to see what new inventory they have.
New & Used Books | Buy Cheap Books Online at ThriftBooks
I absolutely love browsing Ebay for books. Lots of times, people are spring cleaning or downsizing their book collections so you can get some very cheap books only slightly loved.
eBay
This site sells new and used books. The company funds global literacy and environmental projects. I also love the premise; it partners with libraries and universities to rescue books before reaching landfills.
Better World Books
This website is essentially Poshmark for books. People list books they no longer want to fellow bookworms. Sometimes I can find great special editions on here for cheap.
Pangobooks
This site specializes in new, used, rare, and out-of-print books, as well as fine art and collectibles. So if you’re looking for some more fun things in addition to books, definitely give this a looksies.
AbeBooks
Now this is a handy website. You can compare prices across more than 100,000 booksellers worldwide to find the best prices. It conveniently has all the information in one place, making it so convenient.
BookFinder.com: New & Used Books, Rare Books, Textbooks
This site connects independent sellers with buyers for new, used, rare, and out-of-print books, music, and movies. So if you want something a little bit more than a book, here you go.
Alibris
Looking for more than just the popular fiction book? Here’s another independent online marketplace specializing in used, rare, and out-of-print books.
Biblio
From time to time, check Amazon for their deals. You can just search for discounted ebooks or physical books. Sometimes they have books for only a few dollars.
Amazon.com. Spend less. Smile more.
Sign up for BookBub’s newsletter. Every day I get emailed the newest discounted books that are in the genres I love. I’ve purchased so many ebooks through this service that it’s been wonderful for my budget.
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