Testimonials
See what others are already saying about BookSwim
MELISSA AURIEMMA writes,
I just love this book service and I highly recommend it to every avid reader out there. My husband and I found out about tis service and company when we received a gift certificate to BOOKSWIM for Christmas 2007. We've enjoyed picking out our books on-line and receiving them in the mail. It is just like Netflix only with books. The company is located in New Jersey and has fabulous customer service. If you have not already joined then jump in a swim with Bookswim!
ELIZABETH TASCHLER writes,
My thought was: “I wish I had thought of that!” My second thought was: “Why didn’t I hear about this earlier??!!”
I’ve completely read through my local library, clean out my church’s annual book fair and scrounge books off everyone I know! The stacks have grown at my house – I must have over 1000 books at this point. And now I have a pool of books and I don’t have to find storage for them! Best invention EVER!
JENNIFER LUND writes,
BookSwim is such an outstanding service to be able to utilize. The
wonderful staff goes out of their way to find my requests and mail them in a
timely manner. BookSwim saves me from one more errand in my often busy
schedule by doing all the legwork for me. So satisfied am I by their terrific
service that I can only see a long and well read relationship in both our
futures!
GAIL DAY tells us: "i absolutely love bookswim. i think it's the greatest idea since sliced bread.
every title and/or author i've ever loved or wanted to read is here and i am
loving it. thank you, thank you, thank you."
FRANK ALFIERI tells us: "As a high school student, I have a ton of books for school, but I also love to read. With my bookshelf overflowing and money running low, a friend introduced me to Bookswim. It's amazing! My local library never has the books I want in stock, and Bookswim is so cheap, easy and convenient to use. I can read all I want and never have to worry about space again!"
AMANDA CLARK tells us: "I originally had an issue and I wanted to cancel. Not only were my emails answered promptly, they were willing to 'win' my patronage back. Bookswim has a very good selection, and I plan on remaining a customer. "
DIANE PAISLEY tells us: "Bookswim Rocks! I'm hooked on renting books. I'm handing out gift certificates to Bookswim this year for the holidays. "
REBECCA SUMSKY tells us: "Your customer service staff has been very helpful ... and I have to admit the wording of the e-mails totally cracks me up!"
ALLISON FRY tells us: "I am loving bookswim!!! I want to tell everyone I see reading about this website. It is so exciting to see the amount of money I save by not having to buy these books. "
VALORIS MACDOWELL tells us: "I was hesitant to sign up since I am based overseas but so far the USPS has yet to lose a book and the shipping times are acceptable. Sometimes the packaging is partially shredded but the books are fine. So, if you have an APO/FPO address, don't hesitate to sign up. The service is awesome and the selection superb."
PAMELA WASSERMAN tells us: "Bookswim I LOVE you!!!!!!!!! My book pool is over $2000 and every time I receive books I cheer. Even my mail carrier is telling me I read too fast."
ELLIE KIVEL tells us: "Well, you've got me sold! Or should I say renting! This is the greatest idea. I have spent so much money on books, I'm running out of storage room. I can't ever break my reading addiction so this is just the thing! I look forward to adding new selections regularly and you make it so easy to enjoy everything that's out there. Goodbye book clubs forever! No more library returns! Ellie Kopnicky "
CAROL MUMMA tells us: "Two of my returned books were apparently lost in the mail. Book Swim did not charge me for the cost of the books. They just promptly answered my e-mails and reassured me that my next three book selections were on their way. What a relief!"
DAWN THORNTON tells us: "OMG!! I read non stop! I usually buy my books or borrow books, and it can be an expensive habit! When I heard of Book Swim I thought to myself, Thank Goodness! My book pool is worth over $500 at the moment. I couldn't afford that ever! Now I can fill up my gas tank and read a good book! Thanks Book Swim!!"
CINDY LITTLE tells us: "I loved the ease of looking through all the books available on my computer. Your plot summaries are excellent making book selection as easy as picking up the book and reading the flap. You have made many of the changes to your site that I would have recommended. It just keeps getting better and better. Your warm "we're friends" style of emails sharing both setbacks and successes made me feel like part of an extended family... It's a terrific customer service style. I really enjoyed the whole experience."
SANDRA DONOVAN tells us: "As a handicapped lady, with a VERY limited income, and as an inveterate reader, Bookswim has been a lifesaver. I do not drive, so I cannot make my former regular weekly runs to the L.A. County Library and wait for my book fix avidly. Customer service is exemplary. Personal and really nice people - real people to talk to. (I must single out a personal favorite, Chip, he is a wonderful young man.) Thanks so much, Bookswim. This is a great concept. Sandy Donovan"
DIANNA QUICK tells us: "Book Swim has been great! I couldn't make up my mind between the 2 book plan and the 3 book plan... I liked that the 3 book plan lets you keep a book while you return the other 2, but I still like the feel of actually going to a library once in a while. I decided to down-grade, telling myself that I could visit my local library for a book to read while waiting for my new book swim books. I sent an email to customer service, concerned that I might miss the cut-off to down grade before my credit card was billed again. They set me up with the 2 book plan right away... Thanks!!"
MAUREEN KEARNS tells us: "I discovered BookSwim awhile ago. My first thought was: Wow...its the same business model as NetFlix. Great idea! My second thought continues to be: I love BookSwim. BookSwim: for those of us that love to read AND receive packages in the mail. A perfect combination."
LEISA WOOTEN tells us: "I love, love, love BookSwim!! Being disabled and not having much money, finding BookSwim has been such a joy. Their level of customer service should be copied by many other companies. There has never been an issue unanswered or unresolved by these folks. For them, prompt, courteous service is what they are all about. Thank you, BookSwim!!"
DIANE DAVIDSON tells us: "My biggest complaint is that I can't justify spending money at the book store! I see a book I want and come home and put it on my pool. Service is unbelievable, the newsletter is the best I've ever read and the company makes you feel as though you are a part of their extended family. Who would believe we can get personal service like this on the internet! "
SYLVIA LOPEZ tells us: "Bookswim is the best ever. I have bought so many books and half the time not even wanting to keep them. Now i can read and send them back, and even have the option to buy the book if i really love it. This site is so simple to use and the service is just fantastic."
JULIE CLARK tells us: "Bookswim is a wonderful site. I save so much money each month since I rarely get to the library and now I'm not buying new books all the time. I have a full pool of books and now just need to find more time to read! The only downside is that I live in Colorado so shipping takes time - but this service is so good it's worth the wait! Thanks!"
MEGAN RENEHAN tells us: "For anyone who doesn't live close to a library and can't pass a bookstore without stocking up, BookSwim is the ideal solution! The service is great, the selection is fantastic, and the plans offered make it so easy to always have a book waiting! I'm loving it!"
ADELAIDE JOHNSON tells us: "BookSwim is absolutely fantastic!The book selection is in any genre you can imagine. Even if you use a library, with BookSwim you don't have to wait for popular books to be available. Keeping the books as long as you wish is a big plus. The costs per month are reasonable. If you are an avid reader and have a 3 book or more per month plan, you always have that next book at home ready to read. BookSwim responds to questions quickly. I'm highly recommending this service to everyone who reads. Addie Johnson"
LAURIE HARDWAY tells us: "BookSwim is absolutely wonderful! I live in Japan, so finding books in English can be difficult. When I moved here, I thought I would have to buy tons of books online and have no where to keep them. Plus, with a small child, browsing at the library or bookstore is nearly impossible. I love the selection of fiction and nonfiction, and I really appreciate the emails telling me when books are sent. Thank you! "
BARBARA HERSHEY tells us: "I had been buying 15 to 20 books a month--used from Amazon--for almost two years. My bookshelves were overflowing, to boxes in the garage. Each book cost over four dollars-you do the math. I started BookSwim with 5 at a time and increased it to 7 in the second week. I LOVE this plan. Not only do I save about $130 a month, I don't have to store the books and wonder how to get rid of them. The website is so user friendly and the whole operation is first rate. Thank you, thank you, thank you!! "
JACQUELYNNE DUPREE tells us: "BookSwim gives me the opportunity to read books I wouldn't have even heard of . It's good for the environment and it saves me money!! It also keeps me from going for a long period of time without a book to read. "
LUCIA MAXSON tells us: "My daughter gave me BookSwim for Christmas - had never heard of such a idea, and think it is a fabulous one! So gave a subscription to my daughter-IN-LAW for her birthday this month. Will give one to my son, too, later. We are a book-readin' family and this is just the perfect venue. Especially love that they're delivered to the house. One suggestion: those who complain about buying books before and finding they didn't want to keep them: there are used book stores that will buy them from you, by the box. Not for a lot of money, but enough for some more BookSwim books! ONWARD, BOOKSWIM! "
DEBBI GARCIA tells us: "I have tried SO many on line book clubs and I finally tried Book Swim and I LOVE it!! Book Swim is the only way to go!!!!!:) "
THERESA MEYER tells us: "What a great system! I have been able to read many terrific books as a member of BookSwim. When I had a problem with a book return and contacted them, the problem was solved immediately and to my satisfaction. If you read--Bookswim should be part of your life............after being a member for awhile, you will wonder how you lived without it."
SHIRLEY GREENAWALT tells us: "Received BookSwim as a Christmas gift and have been extremely happy with the service and the books I have received. Sure beats going to the library, just drop the package in the mailbox and forget it. Only once have I ordered a book that I have already read---my mistake. I don't have to worry about storing my books anymore. Thanks for having this service. "
KURT COOK tells us: "I just received my first shipment today, after only waiting about two days for it all. All I can say is thank you!!!!!!!!! I'm in a small town where I have to pay 2.50 to 5.00 for each book on interlibrary loans since my genres and study topics are almost never on the local library shelf. Now I can participate in my online book groups as well as my private study and I don't have to pay outrageous fees. I've already finished my first two books today and can't wait for more. Thankyouthankyouthankyouthankyou! "
LAURA PETERSEN tells us: "Running out of space and money at the same time, motivated me to try this method of feeding my reading habit. I have been a subscriber of Netflix for a few years now and been happily satisfied with that service. BookSwim seemed a natural transition. To date, I have been most pleased with my decision. I belong to a book club and my BS pool has helped me read our book club choices without me having to do much to acquire the books to read. So, BookSwim is saving me both time and money. Much thanks BookSwim, count me a loyal subscriber. "
MARILYN PEREZ tells us: "I live in NYC and long ride home on the Train. When i saw this girl reading a book i saw the "RENT ME" sign. I got excited because i was waiting for something like this, since netflix came out i said to myself they should do that for books. So as soon as i got home i join. Love it and save a lot of money and can't put the books i read down. Thanks."
JUDI KUIPERS tells us: "My daughter gave me a membership for Christmas and it is the BEST Christmas gift ever! No more going into a bookstore and compulsively buying books, reading them and then not knowing what to do with the almost brand-new collection. You have had about 90% of the new and older books I have searched for. Bravo! on a great, great idea!! Judi"
KATHERINE FERNANDEZ tells us: "I have so enjoyed browsing the Bookswim "shelves". It's almost like going to the library and checking out the new releases--only I'm doing it from my computer, and I don't have to keep up with a due date, and if I really love one, I can buy it. This is so cool. "
VI MOOBERRY tells us: "I was given a "Book Swim" gift certificate for Christmas. I found the service to be very professional and timely. Books arrived, I read them, and mailed them back without any problems. I called twice to ask a question regarding my account and was handled with respect and courtesy each time. I highly recommend this service. Great books and great service make for Happy customers. "
DELLA GROVES tells us: "Kate is so wonderful! I had a problem with a book and she fixed it in no time. She responded to my email within a few minutes. Way to go Kate!"
DEBORAH COBERN tells us: "I have been praying for something like this so after checking it out thoroughly I joined this morning and have been on the site for about three hours so far enjoying the heck out of it!!! I was really getting mad when I would buy a book only to discover it was not what I hoped it would be...now I can check it out first and then if it's a keeper I will buy it with one click! Can't stand e-books as I love the feel of a good book in my hands inlcuding the colorful pictures in the gardening books I collect. Is there anything better than a good book, a warm bath, and a cupa tea? Naaaaaaaw!!"
THERESA BENEDETTI tells us: "I've always enjoyed reading but would get stuck in an author rut (picking the same stories by the same people). BookSwim has not only gotten me out of my authors' rut but has renewed, no, enhanced my love and passion for reading! Theresa"
ERIC DOSS tells us: "Great Idea. I have had two shipments already, pretty quick turnaround, great selection. Absolutely worth 20 bucks a month"
DELLA GROVES tells us: "I love BookSwim! The books are always shipped fast and they find books for me. No more going to stores in search of something to read. My first shipment was sent on Monday and I received it on Wednesday. This service is great for busy people! Thank you!"
DEBBI GARCIA tells us: "I have tried SO many book rental programs, but NONE OF THEM WORKED, with bookswim I am able to whiz through as many books as I want and not have to worry about late fees, swapping with other membors, of slow shipping. Bookswim helped save me a lot of time and money:)!!!"
LORI DAVIS tells us: "The best gift I received for Christmas this past year was a gift subscription to BookSwim. Not only am I saving money by not buying so many books, but I also find myself trying new books I might never had read. Every book I want to read has been here and the site is super easy to navigate. I also like the option to purchase books I enjoy. I have referred many friends because I am so excited about this service! "
JONALL SCHWINDT tells us: "Bookswim is that wonderful alternative to either having to purchase books and find a place to put them or going to the library and trying to read on their timeline. I can easily find books that I want and receive recommendations based on my favorites. I also have suggested books for Bookswim to add to their collection that I would like to read and they were added within a couple of days. It is better than book clubs because I have my own queue and never have to worry about returning monthly reply cards. "
ELIZABETH TASCHLER tells us: "My thought was: “I wish I had thought of that!” My second thought was: “Why didn’t I hear about this earlier??!!” I’ve completely read through my local library, clean out my church’s annual book fair and scrounge books off everyone I know! The stacks have grown at my house – I must have over 1000 books at this point. And now I have a pool of books and I don’t have to find storage for them! Best invention EVER!"
CAROL JOHANSON tells us: "I love BookSwim! This is absolutely the best thing that ever happened to an avid reader like myself. (I am on the 11 book plan) I love the variety, the condition of the books, and of course the cost. I am saving at least several hundred dollars a month. My husband is a slower reader than I am, so it is great that he can keep the books he is interested in as long as he wants. Thank you again for a great service. Carol"
ROMAN DUTKEWYCH tells us: "Our son, Roman, gave us a sbscription to your site and I love it. I check the New York Times book reviews every Sunday and put down my picks of the new books, then place my order, on line, to the ones that appeal to me. We wish you great success with this awsome library system, keeps us up on the new books out there. Marta"
TERESA MILLER tells us: "I love this idea. Although the library is free, it takes time to drop books off and check out new ones. I've already gone through my first two books and I can't wait to get more - my pool is full! "
MELISSA AURIEMMA tells us: "I just love this book service and I highly recommend it to every avid reader out there. My husband and I found out about tis service and company when we received a gift certificate to BOOKSWIM for Christmas 2007. We've enjoyed picking out our books on-line and receiving them in the mail. It is just like Netflix only with books. The company is located in New Jersey and has fabulous customer service. If you have not already joined then jump in a swim with Bookswim! "
EVELYN STEELE tells us: "If I had known about book swim before now I would have been a very happy camper. I love the idea of renting books, verse buying books. This gives the reader a good choice of reading material on line its better than a book store. I love book swim An advid reader Evelyn"
NATALIA BERTHET tells us: "I am in love with this service. It's like Netflix but better, because instead of frying my brain in front of a television, I'm enjoying a favorite past time.. reading. Good job, guys."
PAULA PERKINS tells us: "This book club was a Christmas gift from my daughter, and this is my first experience with it. I have just finished the first 2 books and am anxious for the next shipment to arrive. I enjoyed the books I received and think this is going to be an excellent way to catch up on some long overdue reading."
MEAGAN PERRY tells us: "Can it get any better than this! I just started a week ago and I am through with 2 books this includes shipping and reading time. 1 week was all it took for me to be hooked! When I first started there were a few books that weren't on the list, but within a day of requesting them they were in the pool! All of my friends are inquiring about the program and I am more than happy to recommend BOOKSWIM to them. Thanks for having such a unique option available for us book lovers."
ROBIN PERRY tells us: "This site is amazing for anyone who loves books and loves to read. The selection is outstanding, the service is wonderful, and returning your completed books is a breeze. It's always a special day when the new books come! Just a great idea!"
KAREN FREIMAN tells us: "I called today and talked with Kate, who was very kind and helpful. It's a pleasure to talk with a representative who was willing to do something extra to help me out."
MELANIE COSTILOW tells us: "I just joined Bookswim and for me the ease of renting books online is GREAT! I am too busy during regular library hours to browse books and I am running out of shelf space to keep buying new books. Thanks for giving me a solution so easy and affordable!"
KARLA ROBERTSON tells us: "I've used BookSwim for a couple months now and have been very happy with it. I feel the pressure to get through books more quickly, but even if I just read 2-3 books a month, I know I'm saving money. I was worried about shipping time since I'm across the country in San Francisco, California, but it hasn't been a problem yet. Thank you BookSwim!"
DIANE PAISLEY tells us: "I continue to be amazed by the vast selection of books. Bravo! I'm hooked. You've saved me hundreds of dollars in just a few months. I would have bought (retail) all the books I've been sent so far, this is an amazing way to read great books at a reasonable price. I hope your membership is expanding, I've sent all my reading friends to the site. Diane "
CAROL GOLD tells us: "You guys are wonderful! I just received Bookswim as a gift and couldn't believe this would actually work because after my first three books, I changed my address! Today I got notification that my next books were on the way to the new address and no one even hollered at me for calling a few times, worried that I'd done something dumb, computerwise. I am old to books but new to computers... now I trust I will keep Bookswim coming forever, no matter where I move! What a perfect company you have. I adore the idea of drowning in books with Bookswim. Carol Gold"
ANNIE KEE tells us: "It's one of the rare experiences of instant gratification that I get to enjoy. Find fun books on best of lists, put them on my queue, and devour. I'm a huge, devoted fan."
KRISTEN DAVENPORT tells us: "As someone who can read a new book every evening, this is fantastic! I wish I had thought of it myself :) Great for those of us who read quickly and want a wide variety to explore. I will definitely be giving memberships as gifts for my book-lovin' friends! "
ARLA PETERSEN tells us: "For reading junkies like myself Bookswim is great! I live in a small town with a small library so I was spending a lot of money on books. Now I am spending less and have access to any book I want to read. If you don't have it you buy it for me to read. You guys are AWESOME!"
PAMELA ALFORD tells us: "I absolutely love this book service. I am homebound on limited income and now I have a whole library right in front on me. How grand! I had a problem and called and talked to George who was so nice. He fixed the problem right away. Thank you George for the world of books you bring us but also for the great service you provide. I know you will continue to have great success with this web site. Thank you Pamela Alford"
POO MOGGIE tells us: "Some months ago when I first joined, I told everyone I knew I'd be getting them memberships as a gift this year. They all refused - oh, they had more money than I, more mobility and could go anywhere in the whole world to get a book - plus they just didn't read that quickly for it to make sense. Well, I don't care - I'm getting them that as their gift anyway - for each person I choose his first shipment's books to get him started (which is fun for me) - books on pottery, surfing, sc.ience, Japanese crime, "dream houses" - and I defy them to not get hooked on the fun and wondrous possibilities."
POO MOGGIE tells us: "Many of us know Maugham's short story, "The Book Bag", in which he reports carrying around a huge duffel bag full of books on all his long travels. He takes along every kind of book for every kind of mood and occasion - the book you've always told yourself you're going to read, the book when you really feel like being challenged, the feather-light book for when you have malaria and can read nothing else. Thanks to my Bookswim membership, I can have ready to hand a book for every mood: the dense book in Latin, the easy book, the book to dip into, the instruction book, the book for toilet/tub."
POO MOGGIE tells us: "Have you ever finished a book and thought, "And a tree died for this!" And all the hundreds of birds, insects, and other animals who make their home on or in that tree and depend on it...Well, thanks to Bookswim, you can make mistakes in reading without the guilt, since these are used books we share among us. Rarely have what is fun, what is environmentally responsible, and what is of high intellectual calibre combined in one consumer act of self-entertainment. However, they had better start boycotting slaughterhouse leather or I'll have to give up my membership - it's entirely heinous of them"
POO MOGGIE tells us: "Bookswim has really helped me rediscver the joy of being alive. Every day has new delights with BookSwim - whether the anticipatory fun of checking the mail, or the actual reading, or the pleasures of browsing the catalog and discovering books and authors and concepts I didn't know about before. I have not felt such aliveness, intellectual passion, and interest in life since I was 16 or so and here always seemed new delights every day to discover and new stimulation and depths of worlds and thoughts that made being here and alive so magical. Didn't know I'd ever be able to feel like that again"
JENNIFER WOICCAK tells us: "I am totally happy with bookswim.com. I have gotten prompt attention to my technical questions and I love being able to get as many books as I can read for the cost of one hardcover book. -Jennifer"
MARJORIE HEBB tells us: "This is a great way to read books, BookSwim is wonderful,I enjoy it vary much. Happy reading Thanks."
CAROL PAVLIK tells us: "I have been a long time library user. But Bookswim has been so great, and the team has been so supportive. I no longer have to buy the books that the library does not have, or has with a long waiting list. Only an avid reader like myself can know the satisfaction of having a book waiting when I am done with the current one. And the turnaround time is very fast. "
MONICA VAN STEENBERG tells us: "I love, love, love this idea. For voracious readers like me, it's not just a way to save money, it's a way to lessen my footprint on the world - sharing books = less paper in landfills. I've told so many people about it - I can't wait for the friends functionality so we can all share what we're reading and what we think about it. Keep up the great work and I'll keep spreading the word!"
JENNIFER LUDWIG tells us: "This site is amazing - especially with all of the upgrades! I have been telling tons of friends about it - and I have saved SO much on buying books! I'm glad to see updated book lists, too! Thanks and keep up the great work!!"
JENNIFER LUND tells us: "BookSwim is such an outstanding service to be able to utilize. The wonderful staff goes out of their way to find my requests and mail them in a timely manner. BookSwim saves me from one more errand in my often busy schedule by doing all the legwork for me. So satisfied am I by their terrific service that I can only see a long and well read relationship in both our futures!"
PAMELA ALFORD tells us: "I just joined 2 weeks ago and love Bookswim. I signed up on a friday by wed I had my first shipment. It was so fast compared to a book club I belonged. Bookswim has me for life. Thanks for bringing this book club to all of us. Good luck, I know that this will be a great success."
MEGAN KODISH tells us: "Bookswim rocks! I love the dry humor infused into the site and, obviously, the service provided. Bookswim continually solicits reader feedback to use the information to update and improve their site. Books are regularly added and you can make requests, as well. Customer service is outstanding. Any issues/concerns (and even accolades) are met with a personal (as in, from a REAL person AND personalized) response w/in 24 hours. What a great whatever-winter-holiday-you-choose-celebrate gift for all on you "list"!"
PAMELA ALFORD tells us: "I just signed up for your service and too my great surprise I received my first shipment of books. Thank you so much!! This is a great service for the whole family and I probably will increase my program plan next month. I am ill and it is difficult for me to get out of the house and being on a limited income your service is like having the outside world come to me. I hope to have this service for a very long time and here's to your success!!!"
CHRISTIAN PRICE tells us: "Great! I really appreciate the quick response. I am giddy with excitement over my new membership. Christian"
LAURA DICKINSON tells us: "This is excellent. I am officially in love."
KATHERINE GLASRUD tells us: "I've got $50 in overdue fines I keep meaning to get around paying at the library...so the not having to worry about when to return it would be huge for me!! And our library nearby, a beautiful new million building is only open past 6 two days a week, closed entirely on Sunday. BookSwim is open 24x7."
POO MOGGIE tells us: "When I joined Bookswim, I also joined other book clubs, but there is no comparison either in selection or customer service (whilst the latter says they get books requested by members, they not only do not do so, but don't bother to answer the email requesting it), so I guess that's one membership subscription to be canceled forthwith! Thanks for "being there"."
CHRISTINE KHAN tells us: "The kids and I are enjoying your service. I lowered my Netflix service a whole lot so I can read more books with you! Thank you, Christine Khan"
MAUREEN KEARNS tells us: "I wish you much success. Thanks for bringing BookSwim into my life. - Maureen"
LINDA ZANER tells us: "Thanks as usual, this is such a wonderful website, so personal. don't change anything."
FRANK ALFIERI tells us: "As a high school student, I have a ton of books for school, but I also love to read. With my bookshelf overflowing and money running low, a friend introduced me to Bookswim. It's amazing! My local library never has the books I want in stock, and Bookswim is so cheap, easy and convenient to use. I can read all I want and never have to worry about space again!"
AMANDA CLARK tells us: "I originally had an issue and I wanted to cancel. Not only were my emails answered promptly, they were willing to 'win' my patronage back. Bookswim has a very good selection, and I plan on remaining a customer. "
DIANE PAISLEY tells us: "Bookswim Rocks! I'm hooked on renting books. I'm handing out gift certificates to Bookswim this year for the holidays. "
REBECCA SUMSKY tells us: "Your customer service staff has been very helpful ... and I have to admit the wording of the e-mails totally cracks me up!"
ALLISON FRY tells us: "I am loving bookswim!!! I want to tell everyone I see reading about this website. It is so exciting to see the amount of money I save by not having to buy these books. "
VALORIS MACDOWELL tells us: "I was hesitant to sign up since I am based overseas but so far the USPS has yet to lose a book and the shipping times are acceptable. Sometimes the packaging is partially shredded but the books are fine. So, if you have an APO/FPO address, don't hesitate to sign up. The service is awesome and the selection superb."
PAMELA WASSERMAN tells us: "Bookswim I LOVE you!!!!!!!!! My book pool is over $2000 and every time I receive books I cheer. Even my mail carrier is telling me I read too fast."
ELLIE KIVEL tells us: "Well, you've got me sold! Or should I say renting! This is the greatest idea. I have spent so much money on books, I'm running out of storage room. I can't ever break my reading addiction so this is just the thing! I look forward to adding new selections regularly and you make it so easy to enjoy everything that's out there. Goodbye book clubs forever! No more library returns! Ellie Kopnicky "
CAROL MUMMA tells us: "Two of my returned books were apparently lost in the mail. Book Swim did not charge me for the cost of the books. They just promptly answered my e-mails and reassured me that my next three book selections were on their way. What a relief!"
DAWN THORNTON tells us: "OMG!! I read non stop! I usually buy my books or borrow books, and it can be an expensive habit! When I heard of Book Swim I thought to myself, Thank Goodness! My book pool is worth over $500 at the moment. I couldn't afford that ever! Now I can fill up my gas tank and read a good book! Thanks Book Swim!!"
CINDY LITTLE tells us: "I loved the ease of looking through all the books available on my computer. Your plot summaries are excellent making book selection as easy as picking up the book and reading the flap. You have made many of the changes to your site that I would have recommended. It just keeps getting better and better. Your warm "we're friends" style of emails sharing both setbacks and successes made me feel like part of an extended family... It's a terrific customer service style. I really enjoyed the whole experience."
SANDRA DONOVAN tells us: "As a handicapped lady, with a VERY limited income, and as an inveterate reader, Bookswim has been a lifesaver. I do not drive, so I cannot make my former regular weekly runs to the L.A. County Library and wait for my book fix avidly. Customer service is exemplary. Personal and really nice people - real people to talk to. (I must single out a personal favorite, Chip, he is a wonderful young man.) Thanks so much, Bookswim. This is a great concept. Sandy Donovan"
DIANNA QUICK tells us: "Book Swim has been great! I couldn't make up my mind between the 2 book plan and the 3 book plan... I liked that the 3 book plan lets you keep a book while you return the other 2, but I still like the feel of actually going to a library once in a while. I decided to down-grade, telling myself that I could visit my local library for a book to read while waiting for my new book swim books. I sent an email to customer service, concerned that I might miss the cut-off to down grade before my credit card was billed again. They set me up with the 2 book plan right away... Thanks!!"
MAUREEN KEARNS tells us: "I discovered BookSwim awhile ago. My first thought was: Wow...its the same business model as NetFlix. Great idea! My second thought continues to be: I love BookSwim. BookSwim: for those of us that love to read AND receive packages in the mail. A perfect combination."
LEISA WOOTEN tells us: "I love, love, love BookSwim!! Being disabled and not having much money, finding BookSwim has been such a joy. Their level of customer service should be copied by many other companies. There has never been an issue unanswered or unresolved by these folks. For them, prompt, courteous service is what they are all about. Thank you, BookSwim!!"
DIANE DAVIDSON tells us: "My biggest complaint is that I can't justify spending money at the book store! I see a book I want and come home and put it on my pool. Service is unbelievable, the newsletter is the best I've ever read and the company makes you feel as though you are a part of their extended family. Who would believe we can get personal service like this on the internet! "
SYLVIA LOPEZ tells us: "Bookswim is the best ever. I have bought so many books and half the time not even wanting to keep them. Now i can read and send them back, and even have the option to buy the book if i really love it. This site is so simple to use and the service is just fantastic."
JULIE CLARK tells us: "Bookswim is a wonderful site. I save so much money each month since I rarely get to the library and now I'm not buying new books all the time. I have a full pool of books and now just need to find more time to read! The only downside is that I live in Colorado so shipping takes time - but this service is so good it's worth the wait! Thanks!"
MEGAN RENEHAN tells us: "For anyone who doesn't live close to a library and can't pass a bookstore without stocking up, BookSwim is the ideal solution! The service is great, the selection is fantastic, and the plans offered make it so easy to always have a book waiting! I'm loving it!"
ADELAIDE JOHNSON tells us: "BookSwim is absolutely fantastic!The book selection is in any genre you can imagine. Even if you use a library, with BookSwim you don't have to wait for popular books to be available. Keeping the books as long as you wish is a big plus. The costs per month are reasonable. If you are an avid reader and have a 3 book or more per month plan, you always have that next book at home ready to read. BookSwim responds to questions quickly. I'm highly recommending this service to everyone who reads. Addie Johnson"
LAURIE HARDWAY tells us: "BookSwim is absolutely wonderful! I live in Japan, so finding books in English can be difficult. When I moved here, I thought I would have to buy tons of books online and have no where to keep them. Plus, with a small child, browsing at the library or bookstore is nearly impossible. I love the selection of fiction and nonfiction, and I really appreciate the emails telling me when books are sent. Thank you! "
BARBARA HERSHEY tells us: "I had been buying 15 to 20 books a month--used from Amazon--for almost two years. My bookshelves were overflowing, to boxes in the garage. Each book cost over four dollars-you do the math. I started BookSwim with 5 at a time and increased it to 7 in the second week. I LOVE this plan. Not only do I save about $130 a month, I don't have to store the books and wonder how to get rid of them. The website is so user friendly and the whole operation is first rate. Thank you, thank you, thank you!! "
JACQUELYNNE DUPREE tells us: "BookSwim gives me the opportunity to read books I wouldn't have even heard of . It's good for the environment and it saves me money!! It also keeps me from going for a long period of time without a book to read. "
LUCIA MAXSON tells us: "My daughter gave me BookSwim for Christmas - had never heard of such a idea, and think it is a fabulous one! So gave a subscription to my daughter-IN-LAW for her birthday this month. Will give one to my son, too, later. We are a book-readin' family and this is just the perfect venue. Especially love that they're delivered to the house. One suggestion: those who complain about buying books before and finding they didn't want to keep them: there are used book stores that will buy them from you, by the box. Not for a lot of money, but enough for some more BookSwim books! ONWARD, BOOKSWIM! "
DEBBI GARCIA tells us: "I have tried SO many on line book clubs and I finally tried Book Swim and I LOVE it!! Book Swim is the only way to go!!!!!:) "
THERESA MEYER tells us: "What a great system! I have been able to read many terrific books as a member of BookSwim. When I had a problem with a book return and contacted them, the problem was solved immediately and to my satisfaction. If you read--Bookswim should be part of your life............after being a member for awhile, you will wonder how you lived without it."
SHIRLEY GREENAWALT tells us: "Received BookSwim as a Christmas gift and have been extremely happy with the service and the books I have received. Sure beats going to the library, just drop the package in the mailbox and forget it. Only once have I ordered a book that I have already read---my mistake. I don't have to worry about storing my books anymore. Thanks for having this service. "
KURT COOK tells us: "I just received my first shipment today, after only waiting about two days for it all. All I can say is thank you!!!!!!!!! I'm in a small town where I have to pay 2.50 to 5.00 for each book on interlibrary loans since my genres and study topics are almost never on the local library shelf. Now I can participate in my online book groups as well as my private study and I don't have to pay outrageous fees. I've already finished my first two books today and can't wait for more. Thankyouthankyouthankyouthankyou! "
LAURA PETERSEN tells us: "Running out of space and money at the same time, motivated me to try this method of feeding my reading habit. I have been a subscriber of Netflix for a few years now and been happily satisfied with that service. BookSwim seemed a natural transition. To date, I have been most pleased with my decision. I belong to a book club and my BS pool has helped me read our book club choices without me having to do much to acquire the books to read. So, BookSwim is saving me both time and money. Much thanks BookSwim, count me a loyal subscriber. "
MARILYN PEREZ tells us: "I live in NYC and long ride home on the Train. When i saw this girl reading a book i saw the "RENT ME" sign. I got excited because i was waiting for something like this, since netflix came out i said to myself they should do that for books. So as soon as i got home i join. Love it and save a lot of money and can't put the books i read down. Thanks."
JUDI KUIPERS tells us: "My daughter gave me a membership for Christmas and it is the BEST Christmas gift ever! No more going into a bookstore and compulsively buying books, reading them and then not knowing what to do with the almost brand-new collection. You have had about 90% of the new and older books I have searched for. Bravo! on a great, great idea!! Judi"
KATHERINE FERNANDEZ tells us: "I have so enjoyed browsing the Bookswim "shelves". It's almost like going to the library and checking out the new releases--only I'm doing it from my computer, and I don't have to keep up with a due date, and if I really love one, I can buy it. This is so cool. "
VI MOOBERRY tells us: "I was given a "Book Swim" gift certificate for Christmas. I found the service to be very professional and timely. Books arrived, I read them, and mailed them back without any problems. I called twice to ask a question regarding my account and was handled with respect and courtesy each time. I highly recommend this service. Great books and great service make for Happy customers. "
DELLA GROVES tells us: "Kate is so wonderful! I had a problem with a book and she fixed it in no time. She responded to my email within a few minutes. Way to go Kate!"
DEBORAH COBERN tells us: "I have been praying for something like this so after checking it out thoroughly I joined this morning and have been on the site for about three hours so far enjoying the heck out of it!!! I was really getting mad when I would buy a book only to discover it was not what I hoped it would be...now I can check it out first and then if it's a keeper I will buy it with one click! Can't stand e-books as I love the feel of a good book in my hands inlcuding the colorful pictures in the gardening books I collect. Is there anything better than a good book, a warm bath, and a cupa tea? Naaaaaaaw!!"
THERESA BENEDETTI tells us: "I've always enjoyed reading but would get stuck in an author rut (picking the same stories by the same people). BookSwim has not only gotten me out of my authors' rut but has renewed, no, enhanced my love and passion for reading! Theresa"
ERIC DOSS tells us: "Great Idea. I have had two shipments already, pretty quick turnaround, great selection. Absolutely worth 20 bucks a month"
DELLA GROVES tells us: "I love BookSwim! The books are always shipped fast and they find books for me. No more going to stores in search of something to read. My first shipment was sent on Monday and I received it on Wednesday. This service is great for busy people! Thank you!"
DEBBI GARCIA tells us: "I have tried SO many book rental programs, but NONE OF THEM WORKED, with bookswim I am able to whiz through as many books as I want and not have to worry about late fees, swapping with other membors, of slow shipping. Bookswim helped save me a lot of time and money:)!!!"
LORI DAVIS tells us: "The best gift I received for Christmas this past year was a gift subscription to BookSwim. Not only am I saving money by not buying so many books, but I also find myself trying new books I might never had read. Every book I want to read has been here and the site is super easy to navigate. I also like the option to purchase books I enjoy. I have referred many friends because I am so excited about this service! "
JONALL SCHWINDT tells us: "Bookswim is that wonderful alternative to either having to purchase books and find a place to put them or going to the library and trying to read on their timeline. I can easily find books that I want and receive recommendations based on my favorites. I also have suggested books for Bookswim to add to their collection that I would like to read and they were added within a couple of days. It is better than book clubs because I have my own queue and never have to worry about returning monthly reply cards. "
ELIZABETH TASCHLER tells us: "My thought was: “I wish I had thought of that!” My second thought was: “Why didn’t I hear about this earlier??!!” I’ve completely read through my local library, clean out my church’s annual book fair and scrounge books off everyone I know! The stacks have grown at my house – I must have over 1000 books at this point. And now I have a pool of books and I don’t have to find storage for them! Best invention EVER!"
CAROL JOHANSON tells us: "I love BookSwim! This is absolutely the best thing that ever happened to an avid reader like myself. (I am on the 11 book plan) I love the variety, the condition of the books, and of course the cost. I am saving at least several hundred dollars a month. My husband is a slower reader than I am, so it is great that he can keep the books he is interested in as long as he wants. Thank you again for a great service. Carol"
ROMAN DUTKEWYCH tells us: "Our son, Roman, gave us a sbscription to your site and I love it. I check the New York Times book reviews every Sunday and put down my picks of the new books, then place my order, on line, to the ones that appeal to me. We wish you great success with this awsome library system, keeps us up on the new books out there. Marta"
TERESA MILLER tells us: "I love this idea. Although the library is free, it takes time to drop books off and check out new ones. I've already gone through my first two books and I can't wait to get more - my pool is full! "
MELISSA AURIEMMA tells us: "I just love this book service and I highly recommend it to every avid reader out there. My husband and I found out about tis service and company when we received a gift certificate to BOOKSWIM for Christmas 2007. We've enjoyed picking out our books on-line and receiving them in the mail. It is just like Netflix only with books. The company is located in New Jersey and has fabulous customer service. If you have not already joined then jump in a swim with Bookswim! "
EVELYN STEELE tells us: "If I had known about book swim before now I would have been a very happy camper. I love the idea of renting books, verse buying books. This gives the reader a good choice of reading material on line its better than a book store. I love book swim An advid reader Evelyn"
NATALIA BERTHET tells us: "I am in love with this service. It's like Netflix but better, because instead of frying my brain in front of a television, I'm enjoying a favorite past time.. reading. Good job, guys."
PAULA PERKINS tells us: "This book club was a Christmas gift from my daughter, and this is my first experience with it. I have just finished the first 2 books and am anxious for the next shipment to arrive. I enjoyed the books I received and think this is going to be an excellent way to catch up on some long overdue reading."
MEAGAN PERRY tells us: "Can it get any better than this! I just started a week ago and I am through with 2 books this includes shipping and reading time. 1 week was all it took for me to be hooked! When I first started there were a few books that weren't on the list, but within a day of requesting them they were in the pool! All of my friends are inquiring about the program and I am more than happy to recommend BOOKSWIM to them. Thanks for having such a unique option available for us book lovers."
ROBIN PERRY tells us: "This site is amazing for anyone who loves books and loves to read. The selection is outstanding, the service is wonderful, and returning your completed books is a breeze. It's always a special day when the new books come! Just a great idea!"
KAREN FREIMAN tells us: "I called today and talked with Kate, who was very kind and helpful. It's a pleasure to talk with a representative who was willing to do something extra to help me out."
MELANIE COSTILOW tells us: "I just joined Bookswim and for me the ease of renting books online is GREAT! I am too busy during regular library hours to browse books and I am running out of shelf space to keep buying new books. Thanks for giving me a solution so easy and affordable!"
KARLA ROBERTSON tells us: "I've used BookSwim for a couple months now and have been very happy with it. I feel the pressure to get through books more quickly, but even if I just read 2-3 books a month, I know I'm saving money. I was worried about shipping time since I'm across the country in San Francisco, California, but it hasn't been a problem yet. Thank you BookSwim!"
DIANE PAISLEY tells us: "I continue to be amazed by the vast selection of books. Bravo! I'm hooked. You've saved me hundreds of dollars in just a few months. I would have bought (retail) all the books I've been sent so far, this is an amazing way to read great books at a reasonable price. I hope your membership is expanding, I've sent all my reading friends to the site. Diane "
CAROL GOLD tells us: "You guys are wonderful! I just received Bookswim as a gift and couldn't believe this would actually work because after my first three books, I changed my address! Today I got notification that my next books were on the way to the new address and no one even hollered at me for calling a few times, worried that I'd done something dumb, computerwise. I am old to books but new to computers... now I trust I will keep Bookswim coming forever, no matter where I move! What a perfect company you have. I adore the idea of drowning in books with Bookswim. Carol Gold"
ANNIE KEE tells us: "It's one of the rare experiences of instant gratification that I get to enjoy. Find fun books on best of lists, put them on my queue, and devour. I'm a huge, devoted fan."
KRISTEN DAVENPORT tells us: "As someone who can read a new book every evening, this is fantastic! I wish I had thought of it myself :) Great for those of us who read quickly and want a wide variety to explore. I will definitely be giving memberships as gifts for my book-lovin' friends! "
ARLA PETERSEN tells us: "For reading junkies like myself Bookswim is great! I live in a small town with a small library so I was spending a lot of money on books. Now I am spending less and have access to any book I want to read. If you don't have it you buy it for me to read. You guys are AWESOME!"
PAMELA ALFORD tells us: "I absolutely love this book service. I am homebound on limited income and now I have a whole library right in front on me. How grand! I had a problem and called and talked to George who was so nice. He fixed the problem right away. Thank you George for the world of books you bring us but also for the great service you provide. I know you will continue to have great success with this web site. Thank you Pamela Alford"
POO MOGGIE tells us: "Some months ago when I first joined, I told everyone I knew I'd be getting them memberships as a gift this year. They all refused - oh, they had more money than I, more mobility and could go anywhere in the whole world to get a book - plus they just didn't read that quickly for it to make sense. Well, I don't care - I'm getting them that as their gift anyway - for each person I choose his first shipment's books to get him started (which is fun for me) - books on pottery, surfing, sc.ience, Japanese crime, "dream houses" - and I defy them to not get hooked on the fun and wondrous possibilities."
POO MOGGIE tells us: "Many of us know Maugham's short story, "The Book Bag", in which he reports carrying around a huge duffel bag full of books on all his long travels. He takes along every kind of book for every kind of mood and occasion - the book you've always told yourself you're going to read, the book when you really feel like being challenged, the feather-light book for when you have malaria and can read nothing else. Thanks to my Bookswim membership, I can have ready to hand a book for every mood: the dense book in Latin, the easy book, the book to dip into, the instruction book, the book for toilet/tub."
POO MOGGIE tells us: "Have you ever finished a book and thought, "And a tree died for this!" And all the hundreds of birds, insects, and other animals who make their home on or in that tree and depend on it...Well, thanks to Bookswim, you can make mistakes in reading without the guilt, since these are used books we share among us. Rarely have what is fun, what is environmentally responsible, and what is of high intellectual calibre combined in one consumer act of self-entertainment. However, they had better start boycotting slaughterhouse leather or I'll have to give up my membership - it's entirely heinous of them"
POO MOGGIE tells us: "Bookswim has really helped me rediscver the joy of being alive. Every day has new delights with BookSwim - whether the anticipatory fun of checking the mail, or the actual reading, or the pleasures of browsing the catalog and discovering books and authors and concepts I didn't know about before. I have not felt such aliveness, intellectual passion, and interest in life since I was 16 or so and here always seemed new delights every day to discover and new stimulation and depths of worlds and thoughts that made being here and alive so magical. Didn't know I'd ever be able to feel like that again"
JENNIFER WOICCAK tells us: "I am totally happy with bookswim.com. I have gotten prompt attention to my technical questions and I love being able to get as many books as I can read for the cost of one hardcover book. -Jennifer"
MARJORIE HEBB tells us: "This is a great way to read books, BookSwim is wonderful,I enjoy it vary much. Happy reading Thanks."
CAROL PAVLIK tells us: "I have been a long time library user. But Bookswim has been so great, and the team has been so supportive. I no longer have to buy the books that the library does not have, or has with a long waiting list. Only an avid reader like myself can know the satisfaction of having a book waiting when I am done with the current one. And the turnaround time is very fast. "
MONICA VAN STEENBERG tells us: "I love, love, love this idea. For voracious readers like me, it's not just a way to save money, it's a way to lessen my footprint on the world - sharing books = less paper in landfills. I've told so many people about it - I can't wait for the friends functionality so we can all share what we're reading and what we think about it. Keep up the great work and I'll keep spreading the word!"
JENNIFER LUDWIG tells us: "This site is amazing - especially with all of the upgrades! I have been telling tons of friends about it - and I have saved SO much on buying books! I'm glad to see updated book lists, too! Thanks and keep up the great work!!"
JENNIFER LUND tells us: "BookSwim is such an outstanding service to be able to utilize. The wonderful staff goes out of their way to find my requests and mail them in a timely manner. BookSwim saves me from one more errand in my often busy schedule by doing all the legwork for me. So satisfied am I by their terrific service that I can only see a long and well read relationship in both our futures!"
PAMELA ALFORD tells us: "I just joined 2 weeks ago and love Bookswim. I signed up on a friday by wed I had my first shipment. It was so fast compared to a book club I belonged. Bookswim has me for life. Thanks for bringing this book club to all of us. Good luck, I know that this will be a great success."
MEGAN KODISH tells us: "Bookswim rocks! I love the dry humor infused into the site and, obviously, the service provided. Bookswim continually solicits reader feedback to use the information to update and improve their site. Books are regularly added and you can make requests, as well. Customer service is outstanding. Any issues/concerns (and even accolades) are met with a personal (as in, from a REAL person AND personalized) response w/in 24 hours. What a great whatever-winter-holiday-you-choose-celebrate gift for all on you "list"!"
PAMELA ALFORD tells us: "I just signed up for your service and too my great surprise I received my first shipment of books. Thank you so much!! This is a great service for the whole family and I probably will increase my program plan next month. I am ill and it is difficult for me to get out of the house and being on a limited income your service is like having the outside world come to me. I hope to have this service for a very long time and here's to your success!!!"
CHRISTIAN PRICE tells us: "Great! I really appreciate the quick response. I am giddy with excitement over my new membership. Christian"
LAURA DICKINSON tells us: "This is excellent. I am officially in love."
KATHERINE GLASRUD tells us: "I've got $50 in overdue fines I keep meaning to get around paying at the library...so the not having to worry about when to return it would be huge for me!! And our library nearby, a beautiful new million building is only open past 6 two days a week, closed entirely on Sunday. BookSwim is open 24x7."
POO MOGGIE tells us: "When I joined Bookswim, I also joined other book clubs, but there is no comparison either in selection or customer service (whilst the latter says they get books requested by members, they not only do not do so, but don't bother to answer the email requesting it), so I guess that's one membership subscription to be canceled forthwith! Thanks for "being there"."
CHRISTINE KHAN tells us: "The kids and I are enjoying your service. I lowered my Netflix service a whole lot so I can read more books with you! Thank you, Christine Khan"
MAUREEN KEARNS tells us: "I wish you much success. Thanks for bringing BookSwim into my life. - Maureen"
LINDA ZANER tells us: "Thanks as usual, this is such a wonderful website, so personal. don't change anything."
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