Where to Get Books for Little to No Money

I am a huge proponent of free and cheap books. Growing up, we didn't have much money but I always had access to books, and learned how to acquire them without spending a lot of money.  Here is a (non-exhaustive) list of sources where can be found free or inexpensive books. 

1. Public Library
• Many library systems now have electronic borrowing options such as e-books and audiobooks, as well.
2. Free PDFs online
3. Free audiobooks
1.  Spotify 
2. YouTube
3. Librivox
4. Free E-Books
5. Flea Markets, Garage Sales, Thrift Stores
• Online/mobile app versions of these such as:
• Craigslist
• Ebay
• LetGo
6. Dollar Stores, e.g. Dollar Tree, Family Dollar, Dollar General
7. Used Book Stores
8. Discount Book Websites
9. Borrow and swap books with friends and family

              Note: Free audiobooks and free e-books tend to be Classics/out-of-print books. 

Where have you found great books for free or very inexpensively? Do you have a favorite method to buy cheap books? Comment below!

REVIEW: As A Man Thinketh by James Allen

As a Man Thinketh by James Allen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Image credit to Goodreads.

This "create-your-reality-with-your-thoughts" books is more of a "what, and why" rather than "how". This book serves as a harsh introduction or a strong review of the concepts in the book. Nevertheless, I enjoyed it as much as I did the first time I read it so, it still gets 5 stars.

This quote really struck me:

‘It has been usual for men to think and to say, "Many men are slaves because one is an oppressor. Let us hate the oppressor." Now, however, there is among an increasing few a tendency to reverse this judgment, and to say "One man is an oppressor because many are slaves. Let us despise the slaves." The truth is, that oppressor and slave are cooperators in ignorance. And, while seeming to afflict each other, are in reality afflicting themselves. ... He who has conquered weakness, and who has put away all selfish thoughts belongs neither to oppressor nor oppressed. He is free. A man can only rise, conquer, and achieve by lifting up his thoughts.’

Progress Report

It is July 2nd. I have read seven books total.

Oiy.

I have decided that if I reach my goal for the year, I will reward myself by purchasing a 1st-edition copy of Digital Computer Electronics.

It's still possible. Difficult, but possible. Stay tuned.