I buy 3-5 books a week. I make a weekly trip to Barnes and Noble. Sometimes with a list of recommendations or books that I’ve found on online list. I’ll grab books that look like a good read, seem interesting, or simply because they look really cool and I want them on my shelf. I buy books on eBay and used book stores/thrift shops, etc. My dilemma is I am only reading about 1 a month ( depending on size and complexity, of course, so that’s a rough average) I justify this as my crutch, as I don’t drink or do drugs. Also by telling myself that there may come a day where I won’t be able to afford to buy books, and I’ll be freshly stocked on new reads by then.
Anyone else have this issue? Thoughts?
If you can afford it and it brings you enjoyment and you have adequate storage area for them, then if you enjoy buying books, buy them!
I have had to be frugal with my purchases. There are many times when I want to go to a bookstore and purchase lots of books that I’ve wanted to read or have heard are enjoyable. But I’m far away from stores, so it’s not as much temptation. Also, the family budget curbs my spending. I’d much rather use the public library and their ebook system (Libby app) to read a book. If I really enjoyed the book, I would then buy it.
It saddens me when I see people who buy books and then the books aren’t stored properly; their spines and covers and pages get damaged. It’s just like shoes, clothes, purses, cars, knickknacks, etc.: if you don’t store them properly, they are disused. Treat your belongings well.