While reading isn’t necessarily the most expensive hobby one can have, it can add up. Below are 6 ways that I have started saving money on books. And who doesn’t like saving money??

The Overdrive App

I know I have mentioned this before, but the Overdrive App is attached to my local library. All I had to do was select my library, put in my card number and create an account. Et voila! I can check out ebooks and audio books FOR FREE!

My Reader Rewards

I was introduced to My Reader Rewards Club by Crystal Payne at moneysavingmom.com. It is a loyalty program for Tyndale Publishing and NavPress- Christian publishers. When you sign up, you’re given several tasks you can complete in order to earn points. You can then redeem those points for books. I currently have 170 points and I was able to get them all the same day I signed up. I am hoping to get enough points to add another Sally Clarkson book to my library. I have only seen a limited number of books I can redeem; I am hoping that they are only showing me books I am qualified to purchase with my points at this time. If you’d like to check it out, click my affiliate link. I will get 10 points for you signing up and you receive 25 points! Technically, these books are FREE too!

Bookbub

I was introduced to Bookbub by my dad. I am really not a huge fan of reading books on my devices, but considering I am able to get so many for FREE, it is worth it. You just need to download the app on your device and create an account. You can choose from the genres you enjoy and every day you’ll get your daily deals. On average, I receive 1 free book a week. Sometimes nearly every day. I don’t always download it, but it’s cool that I have the option. Out of the 31 books I have downloaded from bookbub over the past 2 years, I have only paid for 2! The other books are generally .99 cents to 3.99.

Audibles

Audible Membership is a monthly subscription through Amazon. It’s a little under $15/ month, which is a little less than the price of an average book. With your membership you receive 1 credit/ month. With this credit you can “purchase” and audio book. Once you have the book, it’s yours forever. If you just did this, it’d be worth it seeing as many times the audio version is more expensive than the book itself. The Audible Membership also allows you to purchase audio books at a cheaper rate. I did the FREE TRIAL and received 2 credits. When I went to cancel my subscription, I was given 3 different offers to stay on. I decided that I would do the 3 month subscription for half the price. Once my 3 months were up, I cancelled. (Note: the options given to you when canceling may be different now.) If you’ve never done audibles, the free trial is worth it!

***Currently (As of July 10, 2018), NEW PRIME MEMBERS can get a 3 month subscription for $4.95/ month. I am actually a new prime member and I am considering this offer. PRIME DAY is JULY 16, 2018!! So… you could sign up for a FREE 30 DAY TRIAL for Prime and then snag this deal. Although, I’m not sure what would happen if you cancel your prime membership after 30 days.

Prime Reading

Since I am on the subject, If you’re a prime member you can read many ebooks for FREE!! Several books come with narration too. (Read: free audio!) I haven’t yet checked any out, but I know when I am ready I plan to check out Born Survivors: Three Young Mothers and Their Extraordinary Story of Courage, Defiance, and Hope by Wendy Holden.

The Public Library

I can’t forget  the cheapest and best option of all: The Public Library! Take the kids and make a day out of it!

I hope you find these suggestions helpful!

Happy Book Buying!!!

PS- One final thought: Make sure your local Half Price Books has your address because they do send out coupons! In fact, I just received a weeks worth last week. I’m holding out until my 50% off coupon is good to go grab a book I’ve had my eye on!

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