Textbooks Used Books Authors Publishers Literary Crit. If you're looking to start or expand a home library or have a passion for specialized books, you may want to consider joining a book club. Commercial book clubs have been around for many years, but many have only recently established a Web presence. Online, members can search or browse a club's complete inventory and place orders with the click of a mouse. For newcomers, most clubs offer two to six books for a low introductory price, then require that a certain number of books be purchased at regular club prices within one to two years.
Most clubs still send catalogues and order forms via U.S. mail at least once a month.
If you frequently purchase books related to a specific topic, or you're looking to start a collection of hardcover books, a book club may be the right avenue. Clubs are also likely to give more detailed descriptions and reviews of the books they offer, along with special author's interviews. Their inventory includes a few thousand titles, most of which are current and popular. This is a good source for popular fiction and nonfiction, but not the place to look for specialized books or classics. All books are special hardcover editions.