Where donate used children books besides Salv Army?

December 312010

Having a book fair with children’s used books and want to have a place to donate those that we don’t sell. Are there any other places – hospitals, schools besides Salvation Army in Northern NJ that would take them?

Try:
The library
Homeless shelters
Good Will
Purple Heart
pediatricians offices
OBGYN offices
the local Health Department or Child Welfare Agency, Social Services

Good luck
Amber

Best place to buy used books online?

December 232010

I’m looking to buy some quality used books online for good prices, not rip offs. Looking for some suggestions for good sites? Thanks!

www.half.com is the best in my opinion…you can get books as cheap as 75 cents..depends on the book and how long its been out. and the person selling the book lists them as Brand new/like new/good/acceptable/poor so you know close to what you are getting.

What is the name of a company in Leicester that sells used books by the ton?

December 192010

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Or any company that sells used books in bulk in the UK.
I have been told there is a company in Leicester that sells used books by weight. I would appreciate it anyone could tell me their name or the name of any company that sells used books in bulk?

You want a paper recycler.

Should I get brand new books or opt for used textbooks for sale?

December 112010

I want to purchase used textbooks so that I may be able to save on book costs. However, I’m afraid I might get worn out books and find them useless for me. Has any of you ever experienced purchasing used books online? What do you recommend I do?

Books are indeed very important for you to be able to complete your subjects with flying colors – or at least be able to pass them. However, just because you are purchasing used books doesn’t mean you will be able to save some money.

First of all, there are some used books that are in a really bad state. Some pages are missing or the cover is completely detached. Some used books are also very old versions. Sometimes, you think you have saved a lot, but when the book arrives, you also have to spend some money on having them repaired for them to be useful and presentable enough for yourself.

I have nothing against used books, as some sellers really offer books in fine condition. If the book has been taken cared of extremely well, the price would be around 70% of the original price of the book, or you would save only up to 30%. That doesn’t save you much or that isn’t much different, right?

One option is for you to just rent some books. Why? Because you can be sure that you will save some money. In fact, you can save up to 75%. The good thing about renting books is that you can be confident that you will be getting books that are in good condition. If not, you can simply return the item and ask for a replacement. For book renting, the best I have tried so far is http://www.bookrenter.com. I can really recommend that site to you. I am not an affiliate; I just want to share my good experiences.

What are good website to sale used books?

December 92010

I have many used books i dont read anymore. Does anyone know of a good website so i can sell my books?

eBay?

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What used book stores in eastern Massachusetts will buy used books from people?

December 72010

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I am looking for used book stores in eastern Massachusetts that will buy used books from the average joe. I have only found one or two used book stores that will buy a person’s used books, and it’s a bit of a drive for me to get to either one, so any suggestions are welcome.

There’s one in Arlington center on Medford St/route 60, half a block from Mass Ave near the Regent theatre

Biggest Book Drive EVER

July 122010

Together with our partner, Better World Books, Invisible Children is starting a new chapter for northern Uganda. This year the book drive will focus on collecting high-quality, newer books that can be used to support programs like Schools for Schools.

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What is a reasonable price to sell used books at?

July 112010

Ive got some books i want to sell at a used book store and i want to know what to accept as a reasonable price

lets say ive got 3 books and there original price was 20$ they are all in the condition i bought them in, what would be a reasonable price to accept from a used book store?

Around $5 each.

Life in the Arts – Suminagashi Japanese Paper Marbling

July 72010

MATERIAL LISTS:

Pelikan ink- black #17 water based
Construction Paper
Kodak photo flo
2 brushes
Shallow tray
Tap water

OBJECTIVE:
This lesson in Suminagashi- Japanese paper marbeling will introduce basic paper marbling techniques using waterbased inks, construction paper and a few simple tools. Marbling is a technique used to decorate surfaces. Pigment dyes are floated on water then manipulated to create patterns or designs. A sheet of paper is placed on the surface of the water, then gently lifted off to obtain a “print” of the dye pattern.

REBECCA RAMOS is an artist and on staff in the Art Department at Monterey Peninsula College. A graduate of University of Colorado she studied Printmaking at the California College of Arts and Crafts.
Rebecca will feature a lesson in Suminagashi- Japanese paper marbeling. A lesson that will introduce basic paper marbling techniques using waterbased inks, construction paper and a few simple tools. Marbling is a technique used to decorate surfaces. Pigment dyes are floated on water then manipulated to create patterns or designs. A sheet of paper is placed on the surface of the water, then gently lifted off to obtain a “print” of the dye pattern. Marbled paper can be used in collage, bookmaking and may other artforms which incorporate paper.

SUGGESTED READING LIST BOOKS:
Gaylord, Susan, Multi-Cultural Books,
Scholastic Professional Books.
ISBN 0–590-48921-6
 
Johnson, Paul, Literacy through the Book Arts.
Herneimann, ISBN 0-435-09766-5
 
Swain, Gwenyth, Bookworks,
Carolrohoda Books, Inc.,
ISBN 0-87614-85B-5
 
The History of Making Books,
Scholastic Voyages of Discovery Visual Art
ISBN 0-5900-477652-1

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what is the niche markets in used books business?

July 52010

I`m starting a used books online business.I`m getting more enquiries for fiction books, but it is very cheap,i need to sell huge amounts to make profits.

Leather-bound editions.