First, I went through my bin of books that I had not found space for on my bookcase in over a year since I had had to empty it for work on the living room. I posted my first ten books, then 9 more. I ordered a book with my two credits I got for joining and posting my first ten books. Since Tuesday, I have posted 46 books, mailed out eight of those to other members, have another six pending requests I need to mail out, and have received a book I requested. Not bad. The cost to mail out each book has averaged over $2.50, more than I expected, but that's ok, because I'll receive other books in return.
This has given me a great chance to declutter. As of tomorrow, that bin, a 55 gallon rubbermaid container, will be emptied and likely back in the attic. Next step will be the other boxes that I think are lurking in the basement since we moved in June 2008. Yay! I love my books, I love to keep books I have read and enjoyed, but not every book I read needs to be kept, and not every book I receive ultimately holds my interest and gets read.
So in addition to the three books I have posted that I am currently reading, I now have two others on my to-read list - one from PBS, the other purchased from Amazon with some gift cards. I'll post my book reports as I finish the books.
Nice! I use Bookmooch, which is the same idea.
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