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DizzyMJ_Hoopz
Seasoned Traveler
22 days ago

Books published by sims should show in the game

I would like to see the books that my sims publish be available for other sims in that same save file to read.  I spend time making up fun and puny titles only for my to publish the books and have them disappear forever.  It would feel so special for a children's book written and published by one sim to later be read to their child or grandchild sim.  It would also provide more variety for sims that are avid readers.

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  • I've been asking for that years ago it's sad like I wanted to make the libraries more interactive by having a author read and talk a little about their and book sign, have like a little book sake, write a one time or novel, win an accolade for best author and even have a chance to put it has a TV show or a movie and win an accolade for that if you have Get Famous exp. Pack. 

  • I love this idea! It would be wonderful to see published books become part of the game's world. Here's how to preserve and share your Sims' literary works with current mechanics:

    How to Copy Books

    1. Basic Copying (Base Game)
      • Place book on any surface (table/floor)
      • Click and select "Create Copy"
    1. Rewrite the book with the same title and description
      • The book cover will be the same
      • The quality doesn't matter for books that aren't published
    1. Advanced Methods
      • Cloning Machine (Get to Work)
      • Copypasto Spell (Realm of Magic)

    How to Distribute Books

    ✔ For Selling:

    • Retail Stores (Get to Work)
    • Small Businesses (Businesses & Hobbies)
    • Sales Tables (multiple packs)

    ✔ For Sharing:

    • Gifting (Seasons pack only)
    • Library Donation (Base Game workaround)
    • Gallery Room (Base Game)

    Important Notes

    • Books won't appear in computer/bookcase stores
    • Original publishing data isn't preserved in copies
    • Library donation requires build mode workaround

    Step-by-Step: Library Donation

    1. Place book from inventory onto library shelf
    2. Enter Build Mode
    3. Delete the book
    4. Undo the deletion
    5. Exit Build Mode

     

    🌟 Advanced Gallery Room Method (Base Game)
    This is the only way to permanently save book collections across all your saves! Here's exactly how to do it:

    1. Create Your Book Collection Room
      • Build a small room (even 4x4 works)
      • Place ALL books your Sim has written/published
      • Add decorative bookshelves/tables for display (optional)
    1. Save to Gallery
      • Enter Build Mode
      • Select the room and click "Save Room to Gallery"
      • Give it a clear name (e.g., "Smith Family Library 2024")
    1. Using Across Saves
      • Open Gallery from any save file
      • Find your saved room under "My Library"
      • Place it on any residential lot
      • Books will appear exactly as saved!

    Why This Works Best:

    • Preserves original copies forever
    • Works across ALL your save files
    • No pack requirements (base game only)
    • Can be shared with other players
    • No risk of books disappearing

    Pro Tips:

    • Update the room periodically with new books
    • Create themed rooms (children's books, screenplays, etc.)
    • Use this for other collectibles too!

    Your suggestion for proper legacy support would be amazing! Imagine future generations finding their ancestor's actual published works in libraries.

  • You can make copies and keep them in the bookcase, and presumably you can give them away, but I do wish they were available for other households to purchase too.

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