ThriftBooks Hacks Every Reader Should Know


Hi Reader,

I just unboxed my latest ThriftBooks order and was shocked at all I got for $16. (And the quality!)

In case you aren't familiar, ThriftBooks is the world’s largest online independent used book seller.

I worked with ThriftBooks on the blog today, where you'll unbox my book haul with me and learn my top hacks for scoring big deals on new and used books at ThriftBooks since 2018.

If you're doing the Rory Gilmore Reading Challenge with me, THIS is the best place to buy the books cheap.

Remember, it's a good day to read a book.

-Jules

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