| Anyone who enjoys reading as a hobby would | | | | Magazine Subscriptions vs. Stand Pricing |
| definitely know how expensive this hobby can get. | | | | If you are a magazine lover, you can save a bundle |
| The average hard back now costs over twenty | | | | by subscribing rather than buying locally each week. |
| dollars. If you read often, it can add up very quick. | | | | Most subscriptions cost from 30-40% less than the |
| However, there are many ways that you can save | | | | stand price. The best aspect of a magazine |
| on your book purchases. With a little effort, you can | | | | subscription is that the magazines are shipped directly |
| read as much as you want, without worrying about | | | | to you. This can be an added benefit if your local |
| breaking the bank. | | | | stand is always selling out of your favorite magazines. |
| Read For Free | | | | Used Book Stores Can Save You a Bundle |
| Visit your local library and you can get a large number | | | | If you are willing to be patient, you can often find |
| of books without having to spend a penny. Many | | | | used magazines and books at a fraction of the cover |
| libraries now offer books, magazines, audio books, | | | | price. However, you may have to wait a few weeks |
| and even movies for checkout. Most libraries will even | | | | for the newest titles to come available. Most of |
| allow you to sign up for the newest books before | | | | these stores allow you to trade in books you have |
| they hit the shelves. Keep track of release dates and | | | | already read for new titles as well. If you are only |
| sign up early; you could be one of the first to read | | | | going to read a book once, there is no need to allow |
| the latest title. In some libraries, you can even buy | | | | it to collect dust when you can trade it for |
| older books for a fraction of the cost at a book | | | | something new. |
| store. | | | | Sign Up For Special Deals |
| Join a Book Club | | | | Many book chains offer incentives for customers. |
| You can now find many book clubs available to | | | | You can join a mailing list to get discounts or use a |
| purchase books at a very low cost. Most clubs offer | | | | loyalty card for free books. If you are a frequent |
| you a set number of free books just for joining. You | | | | buyer, you might want to purchase a membership as |
| can then sign up for the latest titles to be delivered | | | | well. Most stores have a discount club that you can |
| every month. Book clubs often have periodic specials | | | | buy into and then you receive a special discount off |
| for members as well. It usually costs nothing to join; | | | | of every purchase. They also offer special coupons |
| you just buy the books you like. However, some will | | | | to members often. In most cases, you will find your |
| have a set number you are required to purchase in a | | | | savings cover the cost of joining. |
| year or two to keep your membership current. | | | | |