Scribd

Scribd is a giant subscription-based hub of electronic books.  For a $9 monthly subscription (after a 30-day free trial), users have access to virtually any book that is currently in publication.  This is insanely beneficial to students, whether they are in middle school or college, because it offers a cheaper alternative to buying books needed for classes.  Similar to Netflix and other streaming services, Scribd allows you access to a multitude of books with only one monthly subscription, as opposed to sites like Amazon or Barnes & Noble that charge per book.  It is available online, as well as in the form of an app that you can download on your phone or tablet.  While it charges $9 a month, you have the option to cancel your subscription at any time while still maintaining your subscription privileges until your subscription expires.  Once your subscription expires (or you cancel it), you still have access to The website contains access to magazines, books, audiobooks, and pdf documents.  The only drawback of this website is that it only uses an autopay function (as opposed to you inputting your information and paying when you have the money) so, unless you cancel before the end of each month, you will be charged for the next month.