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No More Amazon Book Rentals—Where to Rent Textbooks Now?

All about books By December 26, 2022 Last Updated on February 26, 2025 by Abigail White Tags: , 0 Comments

The major news hit the industry in December: Amazon has decided to end its print textbook rentals for good. As an industry participant, we at BookScouter decided to share our thoughts on the subject.

As of Dec 14, 2022, Amazon, which offered a flexible and affordable way to get access to physical and digital textbooks for more than a decade, has recently announced the discontinuation of its print textbook rental program and coming changes to its print and digital magazine and newspaper subscriptions.

Who Wrote the First Textbook?

All about books By December 19, 2022 Last Updated on February 26, 2025 by Abigail White 0 Comments

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Everyone knows what a textbook is; everyone had a pile of various textbooks while they were at school and in college. However, we were so busy studying to even wonder who the author of the first calculus textbook was and when the first geography textbook was published. Because, well, who cares? Yet, we got curious now and decided to find out more about the first textbooks and their authors. In this blog post, we’re answering the most popular questions about first-ever published textbooks.

2022 National Book Awards Winners

All about books By December 9, 2022 Last Updated on February 26, 2025 by Abigail White Tags: , , No Comments

Each year, writers and book lovers alike look forward to the unveiling of the National Book Awards winners, presented by the National Book Foundation.

This year was no different, as 2022 was a big year for books. The award finalists were revealed in October—five finalists in each category—before the winners were announced in a live awards ceremony on November 16, hosted by New York Times bestselling author and producer of Hulu’s celebrated docuseries Taste the Nation, Padma Lakshmi.

Slader (Quizlet Explanations) vs. Chegg Study vs. Course Hero—Textbook Answers Comparison

Study tips, All about books By November 24, 2022 Last Updated on February 26, 2025 by Abigail White Tags: , , , 0 Comments

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Complicated subjects and homework overload make many students struggle in class. Overwhelmed with the number of assignments and being short of time, many seek assistance online. Many platforms claim to be both competent and effective in dealing with student needs and capable of meeting their requirements—to lessen the workload, cover knowledge gaps, provide 24/7 expert assistance, give textbook answers, and help improve understanding and grades.

The Most Prestigious Book Awards: Set Up Your Calendar and Reading List

All about books By November 8, 2022 Last Updated on February 26, 2025 by Abigail White Tags: , , 0 Comments

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Best literary awards help us navigate the world of written words. Keeping track of the most prestigious book awards is an asset for any bookworm and literature enthusiast. Your reading list will always be full of titles, and you will be able to stand out in any conversation. Check the six most prestigious literary awards given in 2023!

10 Amazing Book Character Halloween Costumes for Young Adults

All about books By October 25, 2022 Last Updated on February 26, 2025 by Abigail White Tags: , , 0 Comments

Got your Halloween party costume sorted yet? Maybe you’ve had something in the works from the end of August. Maybe you’ve had it all planned from the moment over-sweetened PSLs, scarves, turning leaves, and endless memes on the same appear on our horizons and screens.

If not, no excuses for your witch and black-cat basics – here at BookScouter HQ, we’d like to think you can do a little better. Don’t believe us? We come to the rescue with 10 curated and fabulous picks from YA and classic lit:

9 Awesome Halloween Book Decor Ideas

All about books By October 18, 2022 Last Updated on February 26, 2025 by Abigail White Tags: , , , 0 Comments


Eeeeek! Cackle-cackle! Ghostly Greetings! Halloween is coming! It’s almost time, and we are sure you’ve already prepared everything, from eerie pumpkins to Halloween costumes. But perhaps, just perhaps, you’ve got some old books with no value at buyback at home, or you’re on the hunt for some Halloween books for adults and kids, or just horror books to set the spooky mood. Either way, this article is for you!

Surely, there are millions of DIY Halloween ideas, but in this post, we’ve selected our spookiest and witch-approved book decor favorites. We hope you’ll try them!

Top 5 Best Reading Apps for Kids

All about books By October 4, 2022 Last Updated on February 26, 2025 by Abigail White Tags: , , 0 Comments

More and more classrooms are going digital nowadays, and more students prefer eBooks and digital resources in their studies. When it comes to younger students, these resources can be used to keep them motivated and excited. Whether you are a parent or a teacher, you can use their interest in technology to make them read more. In this article, we’ve highlighted the five best reading apps for kids with the best collections of children’s literature. Most of them are free; some have subscription plans. We hope you’ll find them useful and inspiring.

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