Books to request

If you visit my actual blog instead of reading it in Google Reader, you'll notice a new button on my sidebar. It says "Request books here" because that's exactly what you can do. If you click on the link it will take you to my list of books that are currently available to request. If you'd like a book you can email me at bookborrower{at}comcast{dot}net, let me know which one you want and I'll get it in the mail to you.

What books will you be listing?
Lots of different ones. I read a wide variety of genres and am working to clear off my shelves. I have 3 bookcases and several boxes full of books. Most of these, sadly, haven't been read. I tend to get the newest releases from the library so I read those and mine sit on the shelf. I want to change that so they'll be read and on their way to a new home...yours if you want them.

Why not try to sell them or trade them instead?
Mostly I've found that the books I receive from trading sites are not in the condition I was expecting. So instead of sending them off to a bunch of people I don't know for credit that I won't use, I thought I'd share with my blog readers instead. As far as selling them, a few books I list will be for sale and not just for free, but those will be marked. I don't have a place to consistently sell them I'm afraid and I have so, so many...just ask my poor husband! Some of the general paperbacks will be donated locally. Due to the cost of shipping I don't want to pay $2 to send a book that someone can pay .25 for at a yardsale. You understand. On the otherhand, if you want a full list of every book I want to get rid of and you want to pay the shipping, I'll send a whole box.

Are they completely free?
Yep, free. You just need to input your social security number and a valid credit card...just kidding! Completely free. Just enjoy the book. Like I said, I'd rather my friends (meaning you, dear blog readers) to have them.

Are all of them completely free?
I will list some that are for sale and not for free but those will be marked. Some of my books will be new and I don't want to just give those away.

What shape are they in?

Well since I'm just giving them to you, why do you care? Again, kidding, most of my books are in excellent shape. I don't like to bend spines. Some of them have been acquired second hand though and they could show general shelf wear.

When will you list new books?
I'll be listing books as I read them. I have a stack that have already been read that I'll post as time permits. Check back often.

What do you want in return?
Nothing. Really. Thanks for reading my blog. But, if I send a book to you maybe one day you'll have a book I really want and you'll return the favor. Karma and all that.