I'm with Pam, I use my local library a lot and I mean a lot!!!! They have very much beginner books right up to the advanced and often have the popular 'How to books' which are up to date and I can always order in the older books if I wish. Not to mention all the quilting Mags that they have as well, with free patterns.
I have been known to carry home about 30 quilting mags at one time, when I am on a mission looking for ideas!!!!!!!
I am addicted to looking at quilting books and mags and this site, Lol! The library is free so I do not have to pay for my addiction!
Gal