Articles for tag: Borders Books, Reading Club, Summer Science Fiction Novels

Karla News

How to Win in the Battle of the Books

Many states, counties and local school districts hold yearly competitions in a quiz bowl format based on their state award books. These competitions are often called “the Battle of the Books” or the “Book Battle”. For example, in my home state of Florida each year there are a selection of books chosen as “Sunshine State ...

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Use Bookshelf Space Most Efficiently

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. ...

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Best Websites to Sell Used Books Online

If you are an avid reader, you might have found that your home is being overtaken by books that you have already read. Most people don’t like to waste good books when someone else can read them. They cost a lot of money and those who can’t afford to purchase books brand new from the ...

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Top Independent Bookstores in Amherst, Massachusetts

In addition to having some of the finest local restaurants around, Amherst, Massachusetts also has the best independent and locally-owned bookstores. Home to Amherst College and the University of Massaschusetts, and in the vicinity of Hampshire College, Smith College and Mount Holyoke College, it’s no wonder Amherst has spawned so many great local bookstores. Whether ...