Quote Originally Posted by fire_of_avalon View Post
No, used and well worn (well loved) books are better than new booms. They smell bookier.
This.
Quote Originally Posted by Shiny View Post
Mmm, used books. I need that book smell.
And this.
That well worn and loved book smell is my favorite ever.


Probably 70-80% of my book collection are used books. I don't take especial care of my books to ensure they look perfect. My ex wife did that and I actually found it kind of bothersome. I feel like you aren't loving the book properly if you baby it. But I don't tear them up or write in them either. I don't dog ear pages either. I prefer to simply remember my page number or use a makeshift bookmark.

I really, really dislike hardcover books. I don't like the covers, and I don't like the fact that they can't bend. If it doesn't bend, how is it going to conform to the shape of my butt while it is in my back pocket?

Also, browsing through a used book store is my favorite activity. It might actually be better than reading. Being able to handle and smell all the books is the best. I especially love small bookshops that are all crowded and overflowing with books.