Don't let your books turn into a bunch of freeloading shelf-moochers! Put them to work!

Woot's Guide to Proper Book Raising: 

Tip One: Books look good on a shelf. This is because it is their natural habitat. However, if left to languish on a shelf for too long, the book becomes dull, listless, and dusty. Be sure to rotate your book to other areas of the house where they can see new sites, and perhaps meet any house guests you have stopping by.

Tip Two: Books belong in a herd. They are not solitary creatures, and they require the company of others to feel fulfilled. Books that are a part of a series may even require placement near their sequel-siblings to feel fully at home.

Tip Three: Books need exercise. You've got to take them out, bend their spines, and give them a good page-flipping every once in a while. This workout may be the most challenging element of book ownership, but it is also the most rewarding. These sessions help you and your book form a close emotional bond. 

If you feel that you cannot provide this level of care for your adopted books, please consider donating them to a library. They will get the care and attention they require, and you will still be able to visit them at your leisure.  

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