The ThriftBooks Blog

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • December 01, 2022

Our TBR shelves are already overloaded, but that doesn’t stop us from browsing (and buying!) new books! Here are seventeen exciting December releases available for preorder, along with suggestions for similar reads you can enjoy right away.

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By William Shelton • November 30, 2022

As Director of the Vintage program at ThriftBooks, I lead a team of like-minded bibliophiles who augment their passion for the printed word with many years of experience working with rare books. Few aspects of professional life are as rewarding as working in an industry which reflects your personal interests, so it is no surprise that when you ask a group of antiquarian book lovers, with myriad and diverse interests, which books they would recommend the answers will be legion.

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By Barbara Hagen • November 29, 2022

At ThriftBooks, we believe access to books at a young age can change lives. But that's just a start. Having support later in life, with access to job training and education like Goodwill Industries provides, gives individuals further opportunity to reach their full potential. That's why today, 1% of our net revenue will be donated to selected Goodwill Industry locations who are in partnership with us. Read more to learn about this partnership.

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By Amanda Cleveland • November 27, 2022

Our mini gift guides are targeted lists specific to all the unique people in our lives. Today, we handle my personal favorite type of person: Book Lovers! Here are 10 things besides books to get the bibliophile you know. With calendars, games, puzzles, and more, there is something here at every price point to make a bookworm squeal with delight.

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By Ashly Moore Sheldon • November 24, 2022

Sci-fi and fantasy may not be the first genre that comes to mind when considering yuletide entertainment. But for a lot of us, it's a perfect fit. Think about it! These stories combine magic, adventure, and the wonder of the unknown. That sounds just like the holidays to us!

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By Ashly Moore Sheldon • November 22, 2022

'Tis the season to curl up under a warm blanket with a charming novel that makes your heart go pitter-patter. If you're a fan of holiday romances, treat yourself to one of these thirteen delectable love stories.

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By Amanda Cleveland • November 20, 2022

Our mini gift guides are targeted lists specific to all the unique people in our lives. Today, gifts for the science lovers and knowledge seekers in your life. From space to medicine to history to psychology, these top picks will be the perfect gift for anyone who is naturally curious.

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By Amanda Cleveland • November 17, 2022

If you are the kind of reader who gets excited about seeing the story come to life on screen, this year has been such a treat, with so many great adaptations already out and more on the way. Here are all of the recent and upcoming book to screen adaptations you'll want to have on your radar so you can read it first.

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By Barbara Hagen • November 15, 2022

The ThriftBooks team has worked hard all year long to build a best-in-class shopping experience for our valued customers. To help you learn about what is new, and maximize the value you can have from ThriftBooks.com, I’ve put together this list of “Holiday Hacks” for you to reference as you begin your holiday shopping.

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By Ashly Moore Sheldon • November 13, 2022

Choosing the perfect gifts for the diverse mix of people we know can be tricky. That's why in addition to our full gift guides, we're putting out a set of mini gift guides with recommendations for all the individuals in your life. Here are some of our favorite picks for our funny and comedy-loving friends.

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