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What is the best way to get books/things to read for free/cheap? (lemmy.fmhy.ml)

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So im usally am stuck at home but ive never felt like rading but i also want to learn somethign new. i was thinking i should read a how to book or, (blank) for dummies but i do online school, i cant drive because im afraid and i tend to freak out when going somewhere becasue i have autism.

is there a librairy app or something i should know of, also feel free to suggest a book if you would like... or ask for more detailes?

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[–] [email protected] 12 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Since I’m seeing Libby mentioned a lot: for those in the US, check the libraries in the large cities in your state, too. Sometimes they have digital-only cards available for statewide residents. You can have several library cards on Libby so you have lots of options!

Also check your area for Little Free Libraries, which are free “take a book, leave a book” boxes!

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 year ago

Yes, and there are libraries with cards for non-residents, too! That's what I use on Libby. These are typically not free, but some are low-cost. If you don't have a library card already, this is a great way to get one without having to drive somewhere. For example, according to this list, Fairfax VA charges $27 per year for access to a catalogue of "over 50,000 ebooks and 21,000 audiobooks".

https://bookriot.com/out-of-state-library-cards/

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