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Quick Tip – Book Ideas to Save Money

Rather than buying the newest bestseller from a large bookstore chain, use your local library.  Libraries have large selections – If you’re dying for a particular novel, you can easily request books from other libraries through online systems.

Still prefer to own a book?  Try buying some used books from sites such as Amazon or Half.com.  When you’re finished, donate or sell your old books on these online venues.  You’ll save (or possibly make!) some cash.

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Julie Hancher

Julie Hancher is Editor-in-Chief of Green Philly, sharing her expertise of all things sustainable in the city of brotherly love. She enjoys long walks in the park with local beer and greening her travels, cooking & cat, Sir Floofus Drake.

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