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Author: Iliana K

On-campus thefts are no rarity, and when you think about important items that could easily be stolen, you usually imagine money, bicycles, laptops, and mobile phones… but almost never textbooks. However, textbooks are very expensive these days, and such a loss can make a hole in your budget. We tend to take care and ensure that our laptops and smartphones are in a safe place that thieves cannot reach, but college textbooks do not enjoy this kind of attention. 

Read more > “How to Prevent Your Textbooks from Being Stolen?”

Buyback quotes for textbooks fluctuate a lot when comparing those during different seasons, months, and even a couple of weeks apart. If the supply is too high and they flood used textbooks market, in a matter of days, obviously, the prices will fall swiftly, and you won’t get too much. This guide is to help you find the best time to sell textbooks and beware of the worst. 

Read more > “When are the best times to sell textbooks?”

It’s the buyback season, and many students are selling their textbooks to campus bookstores, freshmen, or various websites that offer the best prices. However, sometimes they don’t get the full price, or their books are simply not accepted due to their bad condition. To avoid this, students can prevent books from getting damaged or used, and here is the list of precautions that you are free to take. 

Read more > “How to Earn More on Textbook Buyback?”

Summer is finally here, and there is a wide choice of activities in front of you. Some students prefer to use their time for well-deserved rest, and some perceive it as an opportunity to work more. Regardless of what you choose, here are some tips useful for every student on a summer break.

Read more > “6 Tips for Students: What to Do in the Summer?”

It doesn’t matter if you’re a college student or someone else; every single one of us sometimes faces really stressful situations, which have unfortunately become a part of our lives. But one should never give up and panic when these situations come, so here is a collection of tricks that are intended to be weapons and help you in the war against stress.

Read more > “How to Cope with Stress?”

BooksRun.com recently had a flyer campaign near Brooklyn College! The students who were lucky enough to receive such a flyer could sell their textbooks for 10% more. Don’t worry if you missed that promotion, you can simply have your books quoted on the website and receive extra cash when selling old textbooks. Just make sure you’ve checked our buyback condition guide first. We have great prices for online deals, but our local prices are even better!

Read more > “BooksRun.com: Unique Offer for Brooklyn Locals”

Studying without technology and gadgets is practically impossible nowadays, and it’s only logical that students tend to use their electronic devices with or without any cause. In general, studies show that young adults spend on screens more than seven hours every day, and this fact can’t help but affect their health and well-being—mostly negatively.

Read more > “The Benefits of Unplugging: How Technology Influences Students”

Use our promo code EASTERBOOKS to receive an extra 7% when placing your next buyback order. Check this buyback condition guide to know for sure you’re getting the most out of your used textbooks. The offer is valid until (and including) March 28. Sell your textbooks and celebrate Easter with BooksRun.com!

Read more > “Are You Ready for Spring?”

Every student wants their study routine to be as efficient as it can get. Many surveys have shown that taking breaks significantly improves performance and memorization, and it has been known for quite a while that “sharpening the saw” and not letting your brain overwork helps you “cut the tree,” or get things done quicker and more effectively. It’s important to know that there is a certain time for taking breaks, which is approximately every ninety minutes, and certain activities that will allow you not to get too distracted from your studies.

Read more > “7 Easy Tips for Study Breaks”

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