Bookmooch

Logo artwork courtesy of BookMooch.com

I know we are all heading towards e-books and such devices but I am still a massive fan of the paper book! I do borrow from the library but generally I acquire second hand books from shops, markets, garage sales and my favourite book swapping site Bookmooch. BookMooch lets you give away books you no longer need in exchange for books you really want. I really encourage you to take a look. I have traded hundred of books over the years and have found hidden gems from all over the world...

Bookmooch

I am sure most of you have heard of Bookmooch but thought I would share it with you anyway. As you can see from above there are four steps involved:

1. Type in books you want to give away;
2. Receive requests from others for your books;
3. Mail your books and receive points;
4. Ask for books from others with your points.

You can find my profile at: http://www.bookmooch.com/bio/gemmas

I love Bookmooch as I can pick up some old books I want that are no longer in book shops and I have also been sent some great books to use for uni. I kind of liken it to ebay but you only pay for postage. The catch is you have to have books that are good enough to be given away to others so that you can accumulate points. The more points you get the more books you can "mooch". Check it out and join up!!