Instead of spending money on new books, why don't you consider hosting a book swap at 3800 Main? That way you can get your hands on a few new reads without spending a penny and you can discuss books with fellow readers. To get started, check out these guidelines:

1. Make your expectations clear. Let your guests know that the books should be in good condition. Nobody wants to read books with torn pages or highlighted paragraphs! Also, the number of guests should match the number of books everyone brings, so if you are hosting a group of 10 people, tell each person to bring 10 books.
2. Use tickets. Each person should get a ticket in exchange for every book they bring. Have the participants write their name on each ticket. Toss the tickets into a hat and pick names to decide who picks next!
3. Include details. Write a few notes on a Post-It and stick it to the book. The notes can refer to a certain scene or character in the book or an opinion you have of the novel. It might help guests to choose which book they'd like to read.

How to Throw a Book Swap Party [Reader’s Lane]
How to Host a Book Swap Party [One Good Thing]
How to Host a Swap Party [Real Simple]

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