Support Small Businesses This Holiday Season with a Second Chance for Your Favorite Books

The holiday season is a special time filled with warmth, joy, and the spirit of giving. It’s also the perfect moment to show your support for our small business . One wonderful way to do this is by giving your favorite books a second chance. If you have books that deserve a new home, you can send a picture of the book via email and help keep the magic of reading alive while supporting small businesses. Let’s explore how this simple act can make a big difference during the holidays.

A cozy bookstore shelf filled with gently used books, inviting readers to find a second chance for their favorite stories

Why Supporting Small Businesses Matters During the Holidays

Small businesses offer personalised service, unique products, and a sense of community that large chains often cannot match. During the holiday season, these businesses face increased demand but also challenges like competition from big retailers and online giants.

By choosing to support small businesses this holiday season, you contribute to a thriving, diverse local economy and help maintain the character of your community.

How Giving Books a Second Chance Supports Small Businesses

Books are more than just objects; they carry stories, memories, and knowledge. Many small bookstores specialise in used or secondhand books, offering readers affordable options and reducing waste. When you give a book a second chance, you:

• Help reduce environmental impact

Reusing books means fewer resources spent on producing new copies and less waste in landfills.

Encourage reading and sharing

Books that find new readers continue to inspire and educate, creating a cycle of learning and enjoyment.

If you have books that you no longer need but are still in good condition, consider sending a picture of the book via email to us . This simple step can start a conversation about giving your books a new life.

How to Send a Picture of Your Book for a Second Chance

Many small bookstores welcome book donations or buybacks, but they often need to know what you have before accepting it. Here’s a quick guide to sending a picture of your book via email:

1. Twice Upon A Chapter

   Check their website or social media pages for the best email address to reach out.

   
   

2. Take a clear photo of the book

   Capture the front cover, back cover, and any important details like the title, author, and condition.

   
   

3. Write a brief message

   Include information about the book’s condition, any notes about its history, and your interest in donating or selling it.

   
   

4. Send the email and wait for a response

5. We may ask for more details.

   
   

This process helps small businesses manage their inventory and ensures they can offer the best selection to their customers.

Tips for Choosing Books to Give a Second Chance

Not every book is suitable for donation or resale. To make sure your books find a good home, consider these tips:

• Check the condition

Books should be clean, with intact covers and pages. Avoid books with water damage, missing pages, or excessive wear.

• Select popular or classic titles

Books that are in demand or timeless often sell faster and bring more joy to new readers.

• Include diverse genres

We appreciate a variety of genres, from fiction and nonfiction to children’s books and cookbooks.

• Avoid textbooks or outdated manuals

These often have limited resale value unless they are rare editions.

By choosing thoughtfully, you help small businesses maintain a quality collection that attracts readers.

From the owners of

Twice Upon A Chapter

Thanks so much for supporting our small business and maintaining the spirit of generosity, as Tiny Tim in the book a Christmas Carol said " God bless ye everyone !