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    Where can I recycle? »

    Books can't usually be recycled along with other paper recycling because of the glue that's used to bind them.

    Instead, there are many possibilities for re-using, donating or reselling books.

    If you have books to dispose of, consider the following options:

    Sell or exchange them

    • Try local second hand book dealers, jumble sales or car boot sales;
    • Sell or swap your books online - there are lots of sites where you can do this including Amazon and Book Crossing.

    Pass them on...

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      Ask family, friends, work colleagues or neighbours if they want them;
    • Go online to sites such as Freecycle and Freegle to give them away;
    • Most charity shops will accept second hand books if they are in good condition, as will some libraries.
    • Other options include schools, doctors’ or dentists’ surgeries, and hospitals.

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