EPISODE · Mar 14, 2024 · 36 MIN
033 | Where Do You Find Good Books?
from Treasure Box Books | Dads Building Relationships, Reading Great Books, Preparing Children for Life · host Nathan Ching | Christian Homeschool Dad, Lover of Good Books
Hey Dads, You want to stock your family’s bookshelves with great books, but your time (and likely your budget) are limited. With so many millions of books to choose from and seemingly thousands of possible places to buy them, how do you decide where to look? Listen in for twelve of our favorite book sources. I'll also share some of the treasures we’ve found at each! --Nathan One Dozen Sources for Books Betterworldbooks.com (Better World Books) Free shipping on most books. Thrift stores (Salvation Army, Goodwill, Savers, etc.) Ollies.us (Ollie's Bargain Outlet) Alibris.com This site seems to specialize in textbooks. booksamillion.com (Books-A-Million) rainbowresource.com (Rainbow Resource Center for Homes and Schools) Described by my wife as having “lots of schoolbooks. Good prices, fast shipping, very informative website.” Christianbook.com Good source for inexpensive Bibles. Scripturetruth.com (Scripture Truth Book Company) Reliable source for Bible commentaries and study tools. Homeschool conventions/bookfairs https://greathomeschoolconventions.com Also look for a homeschool co-op or support group in your area. Internetarchive.org Out-of-print, copyright-expired books are available to read online. Biblio.com Specializes in out-of-print and collectible books, but not limited to these categories. Most books reasonably priced and many books have no shipping cost. Local library bookstores These might offer books with information about your local area. And two favorites to visit again someday! Howe, IN—Ark Paws and Claws Bookstore (lots of old, out-of-print books) https://www.arkanimalrescue.net/paws-claws-bookstore Raleigh, NC—Homeschool Gathering Place https://homeschoolgatheringplace.com If you enjoyed this episode, 💡 See the show notes, including a list of all books mentioned, at www.refreshpublishing.com/033-where-do-you-find-good-books 🎙️Please subscribe to the podcast so you can listen again next week! ✍🏻 Leaving a review is the best way to say "thanks" so that others can find the podcast, too! In Apple Podcast app, scroll down to the bottom of the episode list (right above the "About" section) and click the tiny link to "Write a Review." ➡️ Take a screenshot or click the "Share" button in your podcast app to let your friends know. 🧑🏻💻 Join the Facebook group 📧 Read more and subscribe to our newsletter at treasureboxbooks.com Notes Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/roo-walker/creme-brulee License code: RPRMNKSZIIQIBMRR Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/aaron-paul-low/pony-express License code: ZUCYKOROVB4PRHZC
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Hey Dads, You want to stock your family’s bookshelves with great books, but your time (and likely your budget) are limited. With so many millions of books to choose from and seemingly thousands of possible places to buy them, how do you decide where to look? Listen in for twelve of our favorite book sources. I'll also share some of the treasures we’ve found at each! --Nathan One Dozen Sources for Books Betterworldbooks.com (Better World Books) Free shipping on most books. Thrift stores (Salvation Army, Goodwill, Savers, etc.) Ollies.us (Ollie's Bargain Outlet) Alibris.com This site seems to specialize in textbooks. booksamillion.com (Books-A-Million) rainbowresource.com (Rainbow Resource Center for Homes and Schools) Described by my wife as having “lots of schoolbooks. Good prices, fast shipping, very informative website.” Christianbook.com Good source for inexpensive Bibles. Scripturetruth.com (Scripture Truth Book Company) Reliable source for Bible commentaries and study tools. Homeschool conventions/bookfairs https://greathomeschoolconventions.com Also look for a homeschool co-op or support group in your area. Internetarchive.org Out-of-print, copyright-expired books are available to read online. Biblio.com Specializes in out-of-print and collectible books, but not limited to these categories. Most books reasonably priced and many books have no shipping cost. Local library bookstores These might offer books with information about your local area. And two favorites to visit again someday! Howe, IN—Ark Paws and Claws Bookstore (lots of old, out-of-print books) https://www.arkanimalrescue.net/paws-claws-bookstore Raleigh, NC—Homeschool Gathering Place https://homeschoolgatheringplace.com If you enjoyed this episode, 💡 See the show notes, including a list of all books mentioned, at www.refreshpublishing.com/033-where-do-you-find-good-books 🎙️Please subscribe to the podcast so you can listen again next week! ✍🏻 Leaving a review is the best way to say "thanks" so that others can find the podcast, too! In Apple Podcast app, scroll down to the bottom of the episode list (right above the "About" section) and click the tiny link to "Write a Review." ➡️ Take a screenshot or click the "Share" button in your podcast app to let your friends know. 🧑🏻💻 Join the Facebook group 📧 Read more and subscribe to our newsletter at treasureboxbooks.com Notes Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/roo-walker/creme-brulee License code: RPRMNKSZIIQIBMRR Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/aaron-paul-low/pony-express License code: ZUCYKOROVB4PRHZC
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