With the news at the time of this writing that even ubiquitous bookseller chain Borders is having problems in America’s sagging economy–you know that booksellers in general are in big trouble in the age of Walmart eating up the world…one store at a time. And Walmart doesn’t even have a comprehensive collection of books (and ...
There is nothing quite like walking into a used bookstore. They have a setting all their own, with the smell of old books and oftentimes shelves full of rare, aged, out of print, and sometimes poorly organized, wonders. There is no guarantee when walking into a used bookstore that you will find the exact book ...
Selling your used books online is another way to earn some extra spending money. Granted you won’t get rich doing it unless you have some rare, first edition personally-autographed-by the-long-deceased-author book. If you do possess one of those rare tomes, you’d be better off selling to a collector or bookstore owner rather than online. However, ...
Although the topic of making the most of your bookshelf space may seem silly, believe me when I say that most people do not use their bookcases and shelves nearly as effectively as they could. So many people have boxes of books stored in their attics, or worse-piled messily on floor, on top of tables. ...
If you are going to sell used books on eBay, Half.com, Amazon, or elsewhere, you need to start by acquiring books. Start At Home Obviously, you start by tapping your own library for books you want to get rid of. This will allow you to test the waters to see if this is really what ...
There are a lot of great places to sell your college textbooks once you are through with them. The most obvious choice is your school’s bookstore. Your school’s bookstore will usually offer you a decent price for your used books, and is a very convenient way to sell your books. When you go to class, ...
When you enter Seattle, some of the first things you’ll notice are the tourist attractions. The Space Needle poking through the skyline, the waterfront littered with restaurants and attractions, Pike Place market, and Capitol Hill. There are hundreds of ways to see this city, places to visit and things to do, but it’s important to ...
Non-profit organizations frequently face money shortages. A well-planned fundraising activity has the potential to bring in much needed cash. So, where to begin? Try brainstorming. Hold a staff meeting to discuss possibilities. See below for some ideas to get you started. Once a fundraiser theme is chosen, select a venue, date and time for the ...
For just over a year now I have been selling used books on eBay and found that this would be an excellent opportunity to share with you my own experiences. Throughout the learning process I have learned some costly mistakes but, in the end, the rewards have been phenomenal. Selling the first book After digging ...
Local independent book stores are a treasure hunt for avid readers. While the economy struggles and national chains fail, indie bookstores thrive. They offer fair pricing, personal service, and some even are joining the e-book sales technology. Interstate Highway 10 is the path between greater Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona areas, less than a two hour ...