i find a few, but i've learned to watch what i
buy very carefully. sometimes i see items i know
i can get elsewhere new for the same or less.
i also look at all copies if they have several,
one may be less because of a scratch or minor stain.
i've also seen things that can be had for free
by writing or calling the vendor for sale at h.p.b.
for several dollars. i shop there, but with a jaded eye.
i also patronize a local independent store that has
a fairly good selection and they also have a give-away
section of books and such that couldn't be sold or
are dead stock, etc. you don't have to make a purchase
to get a give-away if you see something you want.
i imagine h.p.b. would explode before they would
give anything away for free.
to me it's like gun stores, i try to shop the
little guy first.
