Friday, September 15, 2017

Book Blogger Hop - 9/15 - 9/21

 Question of the Week: 

Have you ever bought a more expensive edition of a book, when a cheaper edition was available, just because you preferred the cover of the more expensive one? (submitted by Maria @ A Night's Dream of Books)
My Answer: 

I am a "cover lover," but wouldn't spend more money for a book just because of the cover.  :)  :)





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24 comments:

  1. Jessica @ a GREAT readSeptember 15, 2017 at 6:07 AM

    Well in my case it was because of more than just the cover. Usually the cover can be the same and there's extra content inside. I totally pay a bit more for that.

    Here's my Book Blogger Hop

    Have a GREAT day!

    Old Follower :)

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    1. ElizabethSeptember 15, 2017 at 6:27 AM

      That is true, Jessica. Never thought of that.

      I think we are going to get some good comments and discussion on this question. :)

      Thanks for commenting.

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  2. Just Another Girl and Her BooksSeptember 15, 2017 at 7:19 AM

    I'm typically like you, except for where the Harry Potter series is concerned...I'll buy all the different covers for that :) - Katie

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    1. ElizabethSeptember 15, 2017 at 10:10 AM

      Pretty covers are a draw, but if I have one book, no need for another. LOL!!

      Thanks for commenting, Just Another Girl and Her Books.

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  3. bermudaonionSeptember 15, 2017 at 9:07 AM

    I don't think I have either.

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  4. Maria BeharSeptember 15, 2017 at 9:52 AM

    Well, as you can see, I weathered Hurricane Irma! Thank God, we didn't have any damage. In fact, I haven't seen any structural damage to buildings here in Miami. The storm hit much harder on the west coast. We did see a lot of downed trees as we drove around, though. This made me sad, as I ADORE trees!

    I'll bet you know what my answer will be, right? Lol. But I can understand wanting to save money by buying a cheaper edition of a book. Heck, if I can get a cheaper edition with a beautiful cover, I'll totally go for it!

    Thanks for sharing!! Hope you have a WONDERFUL weekend!! <3 <3 <3 :) :) :)

    P.S. My answer is at MindSpirit Book Journeys this week. :) :)

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    1. ElizabethSeptember 15, 2017 at 10:12 AM

      So happy to hear all is well. I was concerned for you and your family.

      If it's cheaper, I might consider, but if I have one already no sense buying another. :)

      Thanks for commenting, Maria.

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  5. DebbieSeptember 15, 2017 at 11:54 AM

    Ha Ha. Great Answer!!!

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  6. Ronyell (a.k.a. Rabbitearsblog)September 15, 2017 at 6:54 PM

    I agree with your comment! I wouldn't buy the expensive book either just for the cover!

    Here’s my Book Blogger Hop!

    Ronyell @ Rabbit Ears Book Blog

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    1. ElizabethSeptember 15, 2017 at 9:43 PM

      I think most folks have been saying that.

      Thanks for commenting, Ronyell.

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  7. Nicki J. Markus / Asta IdoneaSeptember 15, 2017 at 8:38 PM

    I pretty much agree. If it's $2 difference maybe, but no more.

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    1. ElizabethSeptember 15, 2017 at 9:43 PM

      Yes - $2 is a good range to work with.

      Thanks for commenting, Nicki.

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  8. EFC ChrissySeptember 15, 2017 at 11:07 PM

    I don't usually buy more expensive books just because of the cover.

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    1. ElizabethSeptember 16, 2017 at 6:14 AM

      Most folks have been saying that.

      I am enjoying the question and the answers.

      Thanks for stopping, Chrissy.

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  9. Erica RobynSeptember 16, 2017 at 8:59 AM

    I totally splurge on a more expensive cover, but not often :)

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    1. ElizabethSeptember 16, 2017 at 9:27 PM

      :) on your splurging. :)

      Thanks for commenting, Erica.

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  10. NicciSeptember 16, 2017 at 12:44 PM

    I think it depends on how much more the pretty cover version is... But I'd probably go for the less expensive. That's the beauty of kindle though! You dont have to worry about ugly covers :)

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    1. ElizabethSeptember 16, 2017 at 9:27 PM

      True on the Kindle.

      Thanks for commenting, Nicola.

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  11. Dani (PoetryBooksYA)September 18, 2017 at 7:01 PM

    only carry the first versions of books in my bookshelf and Kindle libraries. I admire and get jealous of people (Booktubers, more specifically) who can buy different versions of the same book, regardless of the price. My bookshelf is pretty small, so I have to be very mindful of how I spend money on books, especially if there is an updated cover on it. 

    My BBH - http://poemsbyayoungartist.blogspot.com/2017/09/bookbloggerhop-september-15-21-special.html

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    1. ElizabethSeptember 18, 2017 at 7:17 PM

      Too many books and not enough shelves. Same here.

      Thanks for commenting, dani.

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  12. KatiriaSeptember 20, 2017 at 9:12 PM

    I am the same way Elizabeth. Thank you so much for stopping by my blog hop last week.

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    1. ElizabethSeptember 20, 2017 at 9:20 PM

      Glad you do the same.

      Thanks for commenting, Katiria.

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