subject: Nursing Textbooks: Different Ways To Get Them [print this page] Nursing textbooks can be expensiveNursing textbooks can be expensive. If you are an average student, then paying $100+ per book can be difficult. Take a look at the following suggestions for buying your nursing textbooks for less.
Don't Purchase Your Books Too Early
Even though you might be tempted, it is never a good idea to buy your nursing textbooks too early, regardless of the class subject. It is much wiser to wait until you have access to the class syllabus or can personally check with the instructor to make sure that there have not been any last-minute changes. Textbooks can typically be exchanged, if necessary. However, it is much simpler to buy the correct book the first time around.
Buy Books Online
There are sites on the internet that not only sell new and used nursing textbooks, but some also rent them. Look at sites like Barnes & Noble, Amaqzon.com and Chegg. If you can, use the ISBN when purchasing your books to be sure you get the correct edition.
Read any disclosures if you are buying used textbooks to see if it is missing software, or if it was marked up by the owner before you, to see if it will be acceptable to you.
Post a "Want List"
Posting a wanted list on bulletin boards at your school, or on websites such as Craigslist, is a great way to get used nursing textbooks. Sites like Craigslist usually don't charge to list items for sale in most categories so this is a great way to look for used nursing textbooks.
You could always place a small want ad in the local newspaper or in convenience stores that students frequent. You just never know who will have a book you need.
Consider a Trade of Either Goods or Services
Trading goods or services is a more unique way to "buy" your nursing textbooks. If your electric ice cream maker (or other small appliance) is collecting dust, why not ask about trading it for the books that you need, as long as they are of relatively equal value.
Being creative can sometimes get you things cheaper or for no money at all, and if you can pick up some nursing textbooks this way, why not?
