[2] Book sales in general decreased with the advent of online shopping.
However, there are dedicated online retailers for used books that allow individuals to sell directly to them.
[4] Students will buy secondhand or resell books they bought at full-price to save costs.
A number of small towns have become centres for used book sellers, most notably Hay-on-Wye in South Wales.
[7] They act as a magnet for buyers, and are located in country areas of great scenic beauty.