TSP

I’m usually extremely suspicious of book clubs or other companies that essentially offer the same service. In a world where there’s no such thing as a free lunch, you always wonder how they can get away with offering an amazing sounding joining deal, with (supposedly) no commitment to stay a member, and still make a decent amount of profit at the end of the day. Call me a cynic, but if these companies don’t have some sort of catch somewhere that would enable them to make those profits then why should I believe they are really offering what they say? Well, generally I don’t, and I’ve certainly ... more

E-TSP is a book club based on the internet. I originally joined e-TSP because they have a great sign up offer. When I joined I got three books for 1p, which is a bargain!! I did have some reservations when signing up after hearing stories from people about mail order book clubs in general. I had heard nightmare stores about people having books turn up on their doorstep every month that they didn’t want and then having to pay to send them back. So far (touch wood) I have had no problems like this at all. Every month you are sent a small brochure and usually an extra bit with the ... more

Back in October 2001, whilst trawling through another days useless emails. I stumbled across one that caught my eye “3 books for £3!” it said (Postage & Packaging EXTRA in very small, small print!) Now, I have never been much of a reader and mostly buy books to prop up wonky furniture. But this seemed like a bargain not to be missed. For only a few pounds my furniture would be level for years! So, curiosity aroused, I clicked on the provided link and was presented with the TSP website. Having had trouble with these types of club before, I was very wary of the terms and conditions. But to my ... more

I received a message from Mypoints in my mailbox the other day telling me that I would receive 10 points if I visited the TSP site and a further 500 points if I took advantage of their introductory offer and purchased 3 books. TSP stands for The Softback Preview and I have made purchases from this company in the past so I know that they are good value. In fact I would go as far as to say that they are the best book club I have ever used. Basically the offer is this – You buy 3 paperback books from their extensive list, which nearly all cost just £1 each, although there are also a few ... more

I joined TSP (The Softback Preview) back in the beginning of last year. I was quite shocked when I saw the deal. It was three books for £3! (no mention of the postage and packaging which is extra) That is something that is rare and very unusual these days, such a money saving offer. I then looked at the commitment side of the club and there was no commitment, I was truly shocked, because book clubs always offer these excellent offers and then catch you out by getting you to buy 4 or 5 books in the first year. Which in the end means you have paid back for the books you got ‘free’ in ... more