Library DIY

[Jenny Ellis]

Are you a Do-It-Yourself-er? Do you explore books online? Tell us about it.

[Susan P.]

I haven't used a book swapping site like BookMooch, but my 14-year old nephew certainly has! His summer pleasure reading has included Fear and Loathing in America and A Clockwork Orange -- I love that he's allowed to choose whatever he wants to read!

On the other hand, I found a book using Google Book Search that I needed to read for some committee work; I had a hard copy, but not with me at that instant. I found it much easier to slog through the online version than the print, probably because I could easily scroll as I read. It also let me get past the opening chapters of extreme dullness and get to the good (or at least somewhat better) bits.

[Kyle Cook]

Those online books have some advantages that I am just beginning to appreciate. When books are as quick to search as web pages, then we're on to something.

[Kyle Cook]

Has anyone tried Booksprouts, an online community for book clubs? It has some features tailored specifically for book clubs.

[Stephanie]

I went to it and like Cindy, I thing it will be worth watching. I did join and plan to keep my eye on it so thank you for sharing.

[Amanda]

I have been a goodreads member for almost a year now. I'm a member of several groups that give me great recommendations on what to read next in my favorite genres. It's hard to say which list of books is my favorite - I've got one with weather books, one with evil genius books, and of course, the required vampire/PNR shelf. If you want to be goodreads friends with me, my screen name is pianogal, or you can just go to my profile here and click on my goodreads bookshelf. It should take you to my page.

If you can't decide which activity to try, I'd highly recommend goodreads. :)

[Mona Batchelor]

I'm a little late responding today, but I'm really excited about this week's tasl. I've been meaning to ask you about goodreads. I had noticed it on your Homepage. Once I get through these posts and get my thoughts gathered, I intend to give it a whirl. I'll keep you posted.

[Tricia]

I am afraid I may have to put this exercise off until I get home - it looks like it may be dangerous to my schedule today!

[Debby Merritt]

I have been meaning to signup with Library Thing for a long time, now I have started it.
All my books are at home, of course, so will have to continue later. As for swapping books-no way, I usually love the books I get, and I'm keeping them! I guess it would be good if you didn't like a book!

[Diane Wright]

me, too...if I buy one I keep it!

[Kyle Cook]

Librarything hits 30,000,000 books. They'll never finish reading all those in time for back to school.

[Susan Phifer]

I have signed up for Goodreads...but it will take a while for me to compile my list(s). I'm like Tricia, I will have to fit it in between work tasks.

I have also checked out Google Book Search. I think I will enjoy this. I have already added Anne of Green Gables to re-read.

Will let you know my progress....

[Debby Merritt]

Google Book Search...That is a great site... Easy!
the myths of reality - Page 129
by Simon Danser - Philosophy - 2005 - 219 pages

Can another man perceive that I am conscious of any thing, when I perceive it
not myself? No man's knowledge here can go beyond his experience. John Locke