Books are one of the hardest things to part with, because we feel they represent us. But, at some point, you may realize that you might, possibly, have too many books. As you assess your book collection, ask yourself...
1. Am I going to read this again?
We all have books we never really liked, books we never got around to reading, and books given as a gift that we keep purely out of guilt. These would be better suited for donation, or if they are in rough condition, recycling.
2. Is this book still relevant?
Sometimes books or magazines we needed at one time in our lives are just taking up space in the present. These are old text books, manuals, and catalogs from years ago. Take the time to sort them, and recycle any that are out-of-date.
3. If I can live with it boxed up, could I live without it entirely?
Most likely: Yes! If you don't have the shelf space to hold all of your books - to the point where they are out of sight and taking up space in your closets- maybe it's time to re-evaluate what the books mean to you.
4. Can I do this by myself?
Books can be wonderful additions to our homes. They can spark memories, entertain us, and challenge us. The problem is, at some point, they can become just another object taking up space in our homes and weighing us down. The key is to keep a collection that really has meaning to you, and avoid holding onto every book you've ever owned just because you feel you should.
Our staff at Paper Moon Moves have extensive experience with books, and can help you effectively sort your book collection if you feel like you just can't do it on your own. We can help with donating and disposal as well. We will help see your organizing project through to the end!
