Are there any paperback book clubs?

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How do I protect my softcover books?

Many librarians simply reinforce the weakest area of these books — the corner where the covers attach to the spine — with a durable clear tape, such as Demco Crystal Clear Book Tape.

Which is better paperback or softcover?

A paperback is light, compact and easily transportable, able to be bent and stuffed into the corner of a bag. A hardcover, on the other hand, is the strong and beautiful option. They are far more durable than paperbacks, and their beauty and collectability means that they hold their value far better too.

Is Doubleday Book Club still around?

Doubleday Book Club is one of the most popular book clubs in the world. They have special deals with all sorts of publishers which makes it possible to give you rock bottom prices on all of your favorite books. This club is a general book club that spans all genres as well as carries books for all ages.

What can I use to protect my paperback books?

Rigid (permanent) book covers protect the book while adding stiffness to the covers, giving them “hardback qualities” so the books will “stand-up” better on shelves. Flexible, permanent covers offer protection to the covers without changing the paperback books’ flexible qualities.

Is paperback and soft cover same?

A hardcover book is also called a hardback or hardbound. On the other hand, a paperback also goes by the names softback and soft cover. Paperbacks can be further classified as trade paperbacks and mass-market paperbacks. Paperback book, as its name implies, has a soft card or a thick paper cover over the pages.

How do you protect the spine of a paperback book?

Preserving Paperbacks — Preventing Cracked Spines

1. Step 1: Pick a book.
2. Step 2: Place book with spine facing down onto a flat surface.
3. Step 3: Open up the front and back covers and flatten onto the surface along the creases.
4. Step 4: One by one, open a page on each side.

How do you keep a paperback book from turning yellow?

How to Keep Your Books From Yellowing

1. Store them away from direct sunlight. Ultraviolet rays cause fading on the covers and spines and promote yellowing of the pages much faster.
2. Store under moderate humidity.
3. Allow for proper air circulation.
4. Use archival paper between the pages of the book.
5. Handle properly.

What is a soft cover book called?

Softcover binding is also referred to as softbound, softback or paperback. The paper used for the cover of a softcover book may be thicker than the interior pages (for extra durability) or the cover may be the same thickness as the interior pages (for cost savings).