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Benefits of Reading Used Books

March 10, 2023

Benefits of Reading Used Books

In today’s world, we have countless choices when it comes to what we pick up and read. In addition to traditional paper books, we have phones, tablets, Ebook readers, and audiobooks. So why are we better off reading used books? While we believe all books are great, there is just something special about a recycled book. From the smells to the feel of the pages, what could be better than diving into a well-loved book? Here at Recycle Read Repeat, we love sourcing high-quality pre-loved books curated just for you, our readers. Below we share several reasons you should opt for a previously owned book instead of a new one whenever possible. 

They’re affordable.

The most obvious reason to choose a used book is that it will save you money. A used book is likely cheaper than a brand-new one, even if the author is a household name. Remember, the words are the same whether the book is new or has been previously loved by someone else! And if you’re worried about funding for local libraries, at Recycle Read Repeat, we source about 90% of our books through library sales, thus helping to support community libraries. 

They allow you to read more.

Because recycled books cost significantly less than new ones, you can stock up and keep your bookshelf full of new reading material. We find there’s nothing that motivates us to read more than a fully stocked bookshelf! 

They’re better for the environment.

Being aware of climate change and being more environmentally conscious is becoming more and more critical in helping the planet. Did you know about 320 million books end up in landfills every year? When you opt for a recycled book or used book subscription service, you will help to keep these books out of landfills and protect the environment. Used books reduce the number of new prints, eventually reducing paper usage and carbon emissions. 

You can enjoy the mystique. 

Whether browsing your local library or favorite bookstore or waiting for your reading subscription in the mail, it’s almost like embarking on a treasure hunt. You never know what you might find or receive. Some used books have unique vintage covers, while some have margin notes and highlighted passages. You never know who owned them before you, which is part of the charm and excitement of an old book.   

You can enjoy the charm of a broken-in book.

If you ask us, books are like wine; they get better with age. As they pass through the hands of readers, the crisp, white stain-free pages begin to yellow, rumple, and tear. You don’t need to worry about breaking in a used book; the spine is already cracked, the page corners are folded, and there’s likely spilled coffee already adorning the pages. Plus, they come with that unique “old book smell!” 

Reading Subscriptions from Recycle Read Repeat

At Recycle Read Repeat, our book subscription boxes are so much more than just a book-of-the-month club. We source and hand-pick each one from our personal collection of gently used books, ship them in the most eco-friendly way possible, and have them delivered right to your door! And the best part, once you're finished with your recycled books, you can return them to us, where they will be redistributed to other book lovers like yourself. To learn more or sign up for our book subscription, visit our website here.

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