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How much does reading cost?

Free

to start — nothing to buy to try it, then about $15 a month

There is nothing to buy to begin, but it runs about $15 a month, so a first year comes to about $180. That makes reading cheaper than most.

Rough figures for a beginner who rents or borrows where that’s normal.

Hobbies that cost about the same

Reading cost questions

How much does reading cost to start?

Reading needs nothing to buy, so it costs nothing to start.

How much does reading cost each month?

About $15 a month once you're going, for classes, fees or materials.

Is reading an expensive hobby?

There is nothing to buy to begin, but it runs about $15 a month, so a first year comes to about $180. That makes reading cheaper than most.

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