The website is here. It seems like you get points for books you trade, but they send you the postage to send the books. Anyone on this? I might be intrested, but I don't have a printer. :(

I just thought I'd put in my 2 cents since I've been a member of Bookins for a couple of months ...

I like it. I don't know exactly why it appealed to me more than some of the other booktrading sites but I never felt compelled to join any others. Maybe it's because it seems so much easier to have the postage be predictable and not to have to go to the Post Office, or because the rules are very explicit about accepting bookcrossing books.

Anyway, I've received several books and sent several books, and everything has gone smoothly so far. I'd be happy to answer any questions about my experience.

What are the rules about BookCrossing books?

From their FAQ, emphasis added by me.

Books you trade must be in good or like-new condition. This means no torn covers, missing pages, stains, broken bindings, or writing in the margins. People who ship books in poor condition will have their membership cancelled.

Okay to Trade:

- Only minor signs of wear
- All pages attached to the binding
- Some dog-eared pages
- One or two small stains or minor tears
- Stamps from used bookstores
- BookCrossing labels
- Inscriptions (for example, your name, or a birthday wish)

Hardcover books with missing or torn book jackets are okay as long as the rest of the book meets above conditions

Library books, with or without lamination, stickers and markings, are okay as long as they meet the above conditions .

Not Okay to Trade, Books With:

- Underlining or highlighting
- Loose or missing pages
- Broken spines
- Excessive warping
- Spills or stains that prevent words from being seen
- Extensive discoloration due to age or exposure
- Excessive dog-eared pages
- Writing in margins
- Torn or cut covers
- Musty or smoky odor

It seems expensive to me. :shrug: