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March, 2026
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April, 2026
1-4Belleville, ILBig Sale
9-12Ames
9-11Fort Madison
10-11Nevada
11Iowa City
16-18Baton Rouge, LABig Sale
18-22Gainesville, FLBig Sale
18-19Mount Prospect, ILBig Sale
23-27O'Fallon, ILBig Sale
23-5/2Sioux City
24-25Edwardsville, ILBig Sale
?Decorah
?Knoxville
?Lexington, KYBig Sale
?Perry
?Webster City
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Future Sales

May, 2026
7-9Jefferson
8-9Nevada
9Iowa City
9-12State College, PA150,000+ Books!
15-18Westport, CTBIG SPRING SALE
16-6/17Burlington
30-6/2Cleveland, OH100,000+ Books Await You!
30-31New Orleans, LABig Sale
?Fort Dodge
?Marion
?Ottumwa
?Waukee

June, 2026
5-6Nevada
13Chicago, ILBooks and Paper
13Iowa City
20-22Lancaster, PABig Sale
?Waterloo

July, 2026
10-11Nevada
10-14Newtown, CTHUGE Sale!
11Iowa City
16-18Fort Madison
17-19Milford
19Detroit, MIFestival of Books!
?Palatine, ILExceptional

August, 2026
6-13Adel
7-8Edwardsville, ILBig Sale
7-8Nevada
8Iowa City
30-9/5Jefferson
?Knoxville

September, 2026
4-5Nevada
11-12Winterset
12Iowa City
?Burlington
?Council Bluffs
?Marshalltown
?Waterloo

October, 2026
2-3Nevada
10Iowa City
?Bettendorf
?Grinnell
?Marion
?Oskaloosa
?Perry

November, 2026
5-7Fort Madison
6-7Nevada
13-14Edwardsville, ILBig Sale
?Cedar Rapids
?Spencer

December, 2026
4-5Nevada

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Newtown, CT


HUGE Sale!
Friends of the C.H. Booth Library
ANNUAL BOOK SALE
at Reed Intermediate School
3 Trades Lane
(Across from Fairfield Hills)
203-426-4533

Right off I-84, Exit 11, Routes 25 and 34



July 10 - 14
  • OVER 90,000 BOOKS, CDs, DVDs, LPS, PUZZLES, VIDEO GAMES, AND MORE!
  • July 10 to July 14 - 50th ANNUAL BOOK SALE
    • Friday, 1 - 5
      • Preview 1pm-5pm; attendance limited to 250
      • Tickets $20, on sale Friday at noon
    • Saturday, 10 - 5
      • General admission 10 am- 5 pm
      • Tickets $5.00 (under 18 free), on sale at 9 am
      • $3 coupon accepted off total purchase
    • Sunday, 10 - 5; 25% OFF
    • Monday, 10 - 7: 50% OFF
    • Tuesday, 10-1: all items FREE 
  • Best organized, most extensive sale in the region and beyond
    • Rare, collectible and noteworthy signed books and media all in one room
    • All adult fiction, CDs, DVDs, LPs organized by genre
    • Children’s books organized by reading level, series and subject
  • Over 90 categories, including your favorites:
    • Adult Fiction: classics to recent bestsellers, mystery and thriller, science fiction and fantasy, comic books, graphic novels and manga plus much more
    • Adult non-fiction: art, cinema/media and photography, computer software (including games), crafts, gardening, history (US, world, military), home improvement and many other areas
    • Children's books: the biggest selection anywhere
    • Jigsaw puzzles and video games
    • Media: audiobooks, CDs, DVDs and LP records (33s, 45s, 78s)
    • Young Adult: all the favorite authors and series
  • Pay by cash, check or credit/debit card via Square or PayPal
  • Unbeatable Amenities
    • Air-conditioning and plenty of on-site parking
    • Secure holding areas for intended purchases available on Saturday
    • Scanners and personal electronic devices welcome in sales areas
    • Stockpiling and “clearing” not permitted
  • UPDATES AND DETAILS POSTED AT BOOTHBOOKSALE.ORG

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Westport, CT

BIG SPRING SALE
Westport Library
20 Jesup Rd. (off US Rte 1)
203-952-0070



May 15 - 18

    SAVE THE DATE!

    FRIDAY MAY 15TH to MONDAY MAY 18TH
    SPRING BOOK SALE
    INSIDE THE WESTPORT LIBRARY

    more info to be added soon....


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    Gainesville, FL


    Friends of the Library - Alachua County Library District
    Book House
    430 North Main St.
    352-375-1676

    (Across from Truist Bank)


    April 18 - 22
    •  FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY SPRING BOOK SALE 
      • Celebrating Our 72nd Year 1954-2026
    • Over Half a Million Gently Used ITEMS - More than 60 Categories!
      • Books
      • Comics
      • Manga
      • Artwork
      • Academic texts
      • Posters
      • Magazines
      • Puzzles, Games (board and computer)
      • Movies, CDs, Vinyl records
      • Sheet music, Music scores, URTexts
      •  - and much more! All donated by our local community
    • April 18 to 22, 2026
      • Saturday, 9 am to 6 pm
      • Sunday, Noon to 6 pm
      • Monday, Noon to 6 pm
      • Tuesday, Noon to 6 pm, 1/2 price day *
      • Wednesday, Noon to 6pm, 10 cent day * 
        • except boxes
    • Hundreds of thousands of books and other items have been sorted and priced. All have been donated by the greater Gainesville community.
    • Great Prices
      • Most regular prices 25 cents to $4
      • Tuesday: half price day; Wednesday: 10 cent day
      • We accept cash, checks, credit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay.
    • Collector's Corner is one of the areas that sets this sale apart.
      • It has a selection of first editions, signed and rare books, vintage vinyl records, maps, artwork, and other collectible items.
      • Collector's Corner is open the first four days of the sale, Saturday to Tuesday
    • HUGE Children and Young Adult sections
      • Expanded indoor area with a separate entrance for Art/Architecture, Comics/Manga, and Puzzles/Games.
      • Occupancy in these areas and in Collector's Corner will be limited.
      • Music Table: Large selection of sheet music for the classical guitarist and lots of piano tutors
      • Record Table: Very large selection of classical LPs, jazz CDs, 78rpms, and 45rpms records.
      • FOL Gainesville does not allow pre-buying of items.
        • Everything, and everybody waits on that opening morning entry that is traditionally led by our Scottish Bagpiper!
      • We will follow the most current CDC guidelines at the time. On busy days shoppers may have to wait in line until others first leave the building.
      • We encourage shoppers to bring your own bags and boxes for purchases.
      • Click Here for book sale procedures
      • And HERE for updated Large Order Procedures
      • Also check here: About the Book Sales 
      • FOL website https://folacld.org and social media facebook.com/FOLACLD 
      • All profits are used for the Alachua County Library District and community literacy projects.

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    Adel, IA


    Adel Public Library
    303 S 10th St


    Aug 6 - 13
    • Fri 10-7, Sat 9-3, Mon 10-5, Tue-Fri 10-7 (closed Sun)
    • Preview: Thu 9am-7pm, $5 fee
    • 5,600 books; 75% donated; 75% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .50-$5
    Ames, IA

    Ames Public Library
    515 Douglas Ave
    515-239-5646

    April 9 - 12
    • Fri, Sat 9-6, Sun noon-5
    • Preview: Thu 5-5:30, Friends $20 level and above, 5:30-8:30, fee $2
    • 30,000 books; 66% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; no buyer restrictions; $1
    • Books sold online and at the library's book store
    • Credit cards accepted


    Bookstore
    • Mon-Thu 9-9, Fri, Sat 9-6, Sun 1-5
    Bettendorf, IA

    Bettendorf Public Library
    2950 Learning Campus Dr.
    563-344-4177



    Oct
    • Sat 9-5, Sun noon-3
    • Preview: Fri 5-7:30 pm, Friends; join at door. $20 fee for scanning
    • Thousands of books; 60% hardcover; sorted; $1
    • $20 Scanner fee at Preview only


    Bookstore
    • Mon-Thu 10-4, Sat 11-3
    • 4,000 books; paperbacks .50; hardcovers $1; children's .25-.50; Trade PB $1
    • No books are held in the shop for more than two months.
    Burlington, IA

    Burlington Public Library
    210 Court St
    319-753-1647

    May 16 - June 17; Sept
    • Fri, Sat 9-5
    • Preview: Thu, Friens only
    • 9,000+ books; 60% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .50-$3


    Bookstore
    • Mon-Sat 10-4
    • $1-$3
    Cedar Falls, IA

    Book Nook
    Cedar Falls Public Library
    524 Main St.
    319-273-8667

    Bookstore
    • Monday 10-7, Wednesday 10-4, Saturday 10-4
    Cedar Rapids, IA

    Cedar Rapids Public Library
    450 5th Avenue SE

    (Free non-metered parking is available for up to two hours in the south lot. Metered parking in adjacent ramp connected to the library via covered walkway.)


    Nov

    Watch this spot for the next great sale!
    Clinton, IA

    Clinton Public Library
    Underground Book Store
    306 8th Avenue S
    563-242-0840



    Bookstore
    • Mon, Sat 10-2, Wed 2-6

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    Council Bluffs, IA


    Council Bluffs Public Library
    400 Willow Ave
    712-323-7553


    Sept
    • Fri, Sat 9-4
    • Preview: Thu 5-7, Friends; join at door
    • "Thousands" of books; 90% donated; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1-$2; Sat Noon-2 $5/bag; 2-3 free


    Bookstore
    • During library hours
    Decorah, IA

    Luther College Preus Library
    700 College Dr
    563-387-1166



    April
    • Mon-Thu 7:30am-midnight, Fri 7:30-5:30, Sat noon-5, Sun noon-midnight
    • 3,200 books; 60% donated; 50% hardcover; no buyer restrictions; paperbacks $2; hardcovers $5; after day 1 prices decline daily
    • 1 private dealer is invited to purchase books prior to sale
    Des Moines, IA

    Des Moines Central Library
    1000 Grand Ave

    Ongoing
    • Mon-Wed 9-7:30, Thu, Fri 9-5:30, Sun (Sept-May) 1-4:30
    • not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions
    Evansdale, IA

    Evansdale Public Library
    123 N Evans Rd
    319-232-5367



    Ongoing
    • Mon, Thu 11-7, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat 11-5
    • 90% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; books, mags .25; VHS, DVD .50
    Fort Dodge, IA

    Fort Dodge Public Library
    424 Central Ave
    515-573-8167

    May
    • Tue 9-7, Wed-Fri 9-5, Sat 9-noon
    • 5,000 books; 50% donated; 80% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; plus DVDs, puzzles, mags, music CDs; .25-$2.50


    Bookstore
    • Mon 1-7, Tue-Fri 11-4; closed Sat, Sun
    • Friends Book Shop on the Square
    Fort Madison, IA

    Fort Madison Public Library
    1920 Avenue E
    319-372-5721

    April 9 - 11; July 16 - 18; Nov 5 - 7
    • Thu 10-5:30, Fri 10-4, Sat 9:30-12:30
    • 4,000 books; 75% donated; 80% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .25-$2.50
    Garden Grove, IA

    Garden Grove Public Library
    103 W. Main St.
    641-443-2172



    Ongoing
    • Mon, Wed, Fri 2-4:30
    • Call 641-443-2445 anytime to look at books
    Grinnell, IA

    Drake Community Library
    930 Park St
    641-236-2661



    Oct
    • Sat 8-2
    • 2,000 books; 100% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; no buyer restrictions; .50-$1


    Bookstore
    • Library hours
    • Paperbacks $1; hardcovers $2
    Hiawatha, IA

    Hiawatha Public Library
    150 W Willman St.
    319-393-1414

    Ongoing
    Iowa City, IA

    Iowa City Public Library
    123 S Linn St
    319-887-6050

    Bookstore
    • Sun 12:30-4:30, Mon, Wed 10:30-7; Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat 10:30-4:30

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    Iowa City, IA


    Antelope Lending Library
    held at: 1122 5th Ave
    319-343-6872


    April 11; May 9; June 13; July 11; Aug 8; Sept 12; Oct 10
    • 9-noon
    • .50-$2
    Jefferson, IA

    Jefferson Public Library
    200 West Lincolnway St
    515-386-3825



    May 7 - 9
    • Thu 9-7, Fri 1-5:30, Sat 9-1
    • 5,000 books; 50% donated; 75% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .25-$1


    Aug 30 - Sept 5
    • Sat 9-1, Mon, Wed, 1-6, Tue, Thu 9-6, Fri 1-5:30, Sat 9-1
    • Preview: Friday prior, 1-5pm, Friends; join at door $10
    • 4,000+ books; 80% donated; 40% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .50-$1; Last day of sale $5/bag provided
    Knoxville, IA

    Knoxville Public Library
    213 E Montgomery
    641-828-0585

    April; Aug
    • Thu 2-8, Fri 10-5, Sat 10-2
    • Sat discounted prices
    Le Mars, IA

    Friends of the Le Mars Public Library
    2nd Chapter Gently Used Books
    104 Central Ave NE
    712-305-2233

    Bookstore
    • Thu 3-7, Fri 10-5, Sat 10-3
    • 3,500 books; 60% donated; 40% hardcover; sorted; $1-$4
    • Credit cards accepted
    LeClaire, IA

    LeClaire Community Library
    323 Wisconsin St
    563-289-4242 x 4

    Ongoing
    • Library hours
    Malvern, IA

    Malvern Public Library
    502 Main St.
    712-624-8219

    Ongoing
    Marion, IA

    Marion Public Library
    1095 6th Ave
    319-377-3412

    May; Oct
    • Sat 10-4, Sun 2-4
    • Preview: Fri 4-6pm, Friends; join at door $10
    • 2,200 books; 80% donated; 70% hardcover; sorted; no buyer restrictions; paperbacks $1; hardcovers $2; children's .50; Sun $3/bag
    • Newest books are sold in our Bookstore
    • Sat: Marion Art Fest in adjacent park
    Marshalltown, IA

    Marshalltown Public Library
    105 W. Boone St
    641-754-7384

    Sept
    • Sat 9-3, Sun 1-5, Mon 9-2 (Mon $1 admission)
    • Preview: Fri 5-7:30pm, Friends; join at door $10
    • 15,000 books; 80% donated; 60% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .25-$1; Sun $1/bag; Mon $1 admission, all books free
    • Credit cards accepted


    Ongoing
    • Library hours
    • .50-$5
    Milford, IA

    Milford Memorial Library
    1009 9th St.
    712-338-4643

    July 17 - 19
    • Thu 2-5, Fri 9-4, Sat 9-1
    • Paperbacks .50; hardcovers $1; children's .50; Sat: $1/bag
    Nevada, IA

    Nevada Public Library
    631 K Ave
    515-382-2628

    April 10 - 11; May 8 - 9; June 5 - 6; July 10 - 11; Aug 7 - 8; Sept 4 - 5; Oct 2 - 3; Nov 6 - 7; Dec 4 - 5
    • Fri, Sat 10-1

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    Oskaloosa, IA


    AAUW, Oskaloosa
    at Penn Central Mall
    200 High Ave. W




    Oct
    • Thu, Fri 10-8, Sat 10-4
    • 5,000 books; 80% donated; 60% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1 per item, 6 for $5; .50 after 30; children's .50; Sat $5/bag
    • This is a smaller sale than usual, and will be our last sale, because we no longer have a place for book drop-off and sorting.
    Ottumwa, IA

    Ottumwa Public Library Friends, Inc.
    Held at: Bridge View Center
    102 Church St.
    641-682-7563



    May
    • Fri noon-8, Sat 9-5, Sun 11-5
    • 10,000 books; 100% donated; 30% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1-$2
    • Credit cards accepted
    Perry, IA

    Perry Public Library
    1101 Willis Ave



    April; Oct
    • Fri 10-4, Sat 10-2
    • 5,000 books; 50% donated; 35% hardcover; sorted
    Red Oak, IA

    Red Oak Public Library
    400 North 2nd St.

    Ongoing
    Sioux City, IA

    Sioux City Public Library
    held at:
    4400 Sergeant Rd

    April 23 - May 2
    • Mon-Fri 4-8, Sat 10-8, Sun noon-6
    • Preview: Thu 4-8, $5 donation 12+
    • Sorted; $1-$5; last day free
    Solon, IA

    Solon Public Library
    320 W. Main St.
    319-624-2678



    Ongoing
    • Library hours
    • Donation
    Spencer, IA

    Spencer Rotary Club
    at Clay County Regional Events Center
    800 W 18th St

    Nov
    • Sat 10-5 Sun noon-4 (free admission Sat & Sun)
    • Preview: Thu 5:30-7:30pm, $5 fee; Fri 10-7, $1 fee; $3 hc, $1 pb
    • 30,000 books; paperbacks .50; hardcovers $1.50; children's free; Sun $5/bag, $25 grocery cart
    Tipton, IA

    Tipton Public Library
    206 Cedar St.
    319-886-6266

    Ongoing
    Waterloo, IA

    Waterloo Public Library
    415 Commercial St
    319-291-4496

    June; Sept
    • Sat 9-2
    • Preview: Thu prior 5-7pm, Friends; join at door
    • 10,000 books; 100% donated; 85% hardcover; sorted; no buyer restrictions; $5/bag (bags supplied)
    • Some books are removed


    Bookstore
    • Mon-Thu 9-8; Fri, Sat 9-5; Sun noon-5
    • Paperbacks .50; hardcovers $1 (unless otherwise marked
    Waukee, IA

    Waukee Public Library
    950 Warrior Lane
    515-987-7994



    May
    • Sat 8:30-3
    • Preview: Fri 6-7:30pm, Friends; join at door, $25 suggested donation for membership
    • 5,000 books; 50% hardcover; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; partly sorted; children's .50; adult $2
    • Bake sale


    Ongoing
    • Mon-Thu 9:30-8:30, Fri, Sat 9:30-3, Sun 1-4 (Sept-May)

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    Webster City, IA


    Kendall Young Library
    1201 Willson Ave
    515-832-9100


    April
    • Fri 10-5, Sat 10-noon
    • Preview: Thu 10-7, $5 admission
    • not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; Sat: fill a bag, leave a donation
    West Des Moines, IA

    West Des Moines Public Library
    4000 Mills Civic Parkway
    515-222-3400



    Bookstore
    • Library hours
    • 200-300 books
    Winterset, IA

    Winterset Public Library
    at American Legion bldg
    223 N 1st Ave
    515-462-1731



    Sept 11 - 12
    • Fri 10-7, Sat 10-3
    • Preview: Thu 4-7pm, Friends; join at door $5. No vendors, no scanners. $10/plastic grocery sack (provided); limit 5 bags
    • 10,000 books; 90% donated; 60% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; donation
    • Legion will sell snacks

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    Belleville, IL


    67th Book Bazaar
    Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Book Bazaar
    Belle-Clair Exposition Center
    200 South Belt East
    618-257-5545



    April 1 - 4
    •  Memorial Hospital Auxiliary 67th BOOK BAZAAR! 
    • 60,000 Items! 100% Donated!
    • Books: fiction, nonfiction, children's, cookbooks, CD's, DVD's, games, puzzles and more!
    • Sorted into 40+ categories! Fiction & Mystery separated by author’s last name A-D, E-K, L-Q, R-Z
    • Wednesday, April 1, 9am - 7pm
      • Preview Admission $10
    • Thursday, April 2, 9am-7pm
      • Free Admission
      • $5 off sales over $25
      • $10 off sales over $50
      • $15 off sales over $75
      • $25 off sales over $100
    • Friday, April 3, 9am-7pm
      • Free Admission
      • Half Price Books
    • Saturday, April 4, 9am-1pm
      • Free Admission
      • $5 per bag
    • Parking is FREE
    • Great Prices
      • Paperbacks $1-$3; Hardbacks $1-$5
      • Most Children's books $ .50 - $1.00
      • Old, New and Unusual - mostly $3-$10 (some higher)
    • Dealer Friendly
      • No buyer restrictions
      • Separate dealer storage and checkout area
    • Credit cards accepted 
    • For Information Contact Memorial Hospital Auxiliary at: memauxiliary@bjc.org 
    • 100% of proceeds go to Memorial Hospital Auxiliary

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    Chicago, IL


    Chicago Book and Paper Fair
    Midwest Antiquarian Booksellers Association (MWABA)
    Local 130 Plumbers Union Hall
    1340 West Washington Boulevard

    Easy Access via CTA


    June 13
    • Midwest Antiquarian Booksellers Association (MWABA)
    • Announcing the 63rd Annual  Chicago Book & Paper Fair 
      • Saturday, June 13, 2026
      • 10 am to 5 pm
    • ~30 dealers from across the Midwest and the USA offer Fine Antiquarian, Rare, Collectible, First Edition and other books in many fields. 
    • Also Maps and Ephemera! 
      • Admission $10.00. Students and seniors $5.00
      • 12 and under: FREE
    • Free paper-marbling demonstration!
    • Indoors where it's AIR CONDITIONED and DRY!
    • Questions - mwabachicagobookfair@gmail.com or 708-442-0667
    • Sponsored by the Midwest Antiquarian Booksellers Association www.mwaba.com

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    Edwardsville, IL


    St. Andrews Episcopal Church
    406 Hillsboro Ave

    Entrance from the back of the church, exit through the front door

    April 24 - 25; Aug 7 - 8; Nov 13 - 14
    •  Saint Andrews’ Book Sale! 
      • Presenting more than 20,000 books in good condition!
      • 100% donated. Sorted for easy shopping. Priced to sell!
      • Reservations no longer required!
      • And There's More:
        • DVDs!
        • Puzzles!
        • Music!
      • Friday Hours: 3 pm to 8 pm
      • Saturday Hours: 9 am to 1 pm
      • Dealers welcome; no early sales
    • For more information: www.facebook.com/standrewsbookfair/

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    Mount Prospect, IL


    Friends of Mount Prospect Public Library
    10 S Emerson St
    847-253-5675



    April 18 - 19
    • Friends of Mount Prospect Library  Giant Spring Sale 
    • 3 Room Sale!
      • Better and AV Room
      • Friend's Room
      • Large selection of $0.25 merchandise outside in the lower level garage
    • April 18 and 19 
      • Saturday 9 am to 4:30 pm
      • Sunday 11 am to 4 pm
        • (No Friday Pre-Sale)
    • 25,000 Books!
      • 95% donated by local residents; 50% hardcover. 20% children's
      • Not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions
    • Great Prices: Most .25-$1; Best as marked $2-$10, Rare/autographed higher
    • April 2026 Highlights
    • In the Better Room -  Be a   Mount Prospector!  Check out the   GOLD MINE! 
      • Mine the perfect gem, that awesomely cool find you didn't know you had to have. Fun items, vintage and delicate, best condition, specialized collections, coloring books, rare and quirky books, games, puzzles, AV, adult books, white elephant gifts.
      • Most merchandise is new every sale.
      • Be sure to check out Erica's Picks! A Celebration of the Oddest Titles in the Northwest Suburbs. Priced $1.00 and up
    • All books over 25¢: Nonfiction books are categorized. Fiction books are categorized and alphabetized.
    • April 2026 Sale Featured Items in All 3 Rooms America's 250th Celebration - Our new country's revolution and its leaders. Great Lakes ships, fires, other disasters and rescues, lighthouses, Chicago history and tragedies, fires and firefighters, waterways, Car company histories, designers and executives, Squadron Signal-Combat Planes Home plans 1960's-1980's Model planes, rockets, missiles and spacecraft 1980's (complete parts-some still in sealed bags).Photography, mostly from the 1980's, Harlequin Romances in Polish 1990's-2000's,  30+ Graphic Novels Fantagraphics Usagi Yojimbo  16 Comics
      • Fantagraphics Usagi Yojimbo  40
      • Ted Nomura WWII
      • War Stories
      •  Assorted War Comics
      • Freak Bros.
      • Jason Lutes
      • Howard the Duck
      • Swamp Thing
      • Lone Wolf 2100
      • Maus
    • No magazines, books on tape, cassettes, VHS or software.
    • Scanners are welcome. Please reshelve unwanted books.
    • Plenty of free parking
    • Handcarts available
    • Credit cards accepted. There is a $2 convenience fee for charges under $100. $5 fee for charges from $100 to under $250. $8 for charges of $250 or more.
    • Please visit our website for Friends news and more. Sign up to receive our newsletter. http://www.friendsofmppl.org
    • More information will be available at the sale.

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    O'Fallon, IL


    Friends of O'Fallon Public Library
    120 Civic Plaza
    618-632-3783



    April 23 - 27
    •  Friends of the O'Fallon Public Library Spring Book Sale 
      • No admission fee and no reservations needed!
      • Proceeds to benefit the library and its programs.
    • Days and HoursThursday, April 23 through Monday, April 27 during library business hours:
      • Thursday, 9:00 - 8:00
      • Friday, 9:00 - 5:00
      • Saturday, 9:00 - 4:00
      • Sunday, 1:00 - 5:00
      • Monday,  9:00 - 8:00
    • Prices: $1.00 Hardcover books, non-mass market paperbacks, DVDs, audiobooks, CD's, LPs
      • 15 for $1.00 mass market paperbacks only
      • $5.00 per bag for children's books, excluding specially marked items.
      • Green tagged items are specially priced.
      • Prices may be discounted on different days of the sale. Please check our Facebook page daily during the sale: @ofplfriends
      • The book sale accepts credit cards, cash, and checks.
    • 20,000 plus books!
      • Including fiction, non-fiction, children's, young adult, audio books, CDs, DVDs, vinyl, jigsaw puzzles, games, and miscellaneous items.
      • Up to 80% donated material.
    • The sale is so big we couldn't keep it all in one room! Several rooms and areas to explore, all on the easily accessible ground floor of the library, including a room dedicated to children's books.
    • Our non-fiction is sorted into categories including: art/entertainment, biography/memoir, business/investing, cookbooks, education, health, home and garden (including pets and crafts), military, reference, religion/spiritual, science and nature, self help, social political, and sports.
    • Fiction is sorted into genres: classics and poetry, general fiction, Christian fiction, romance, and science fiction/fantasy/horror.. We do attempt to keep the Large Print in one location.
    • No limits on dealers, we do ask that they respect all patrons and volunteers, thanks in advance.
    • 2026 Book sale web site
    • E-mail: admin@ofallonfriends.org

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    Palatine, IL


    Palatine Public Library
    700 N. North Court
    847-358-5881 x 149

    July

    Watch this spot for the next great sale!

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    Lexington, KY


    Lexington Central Library
    140 East Main Street
    Lexington, KY 40507
    859-231-5505

    (Conference Room A)


    April

    Watch here for details on the next great book sale!

    CLICK HERE for conventions followed for free listings

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    Baton Rouge, LA



    Friends of the LSU Libraries Book Bazaar
    LSU John M. Parker Agricultural Coliseum
    South Stadium Drive at Highland Road
    225-578-5925





    April 16 - 18
    • Friends of the LSU Libraries Book Bazaar
    • April 16 through 18, 2026
      • Thursday 9 am to 7 pm
      • Friday 9 am to 5 pm
      • Saturday 9 am to 4 pm 
    • More than 60,000 new and used books plus CDs, DVDs, and vinyl records
    • Important! No previewing or online sales prior to Book Bazaar!
    • Collectors' Area continues to offer rare and many books of special interest!
    • Huge assortment of books about military history, art, Louisiana and the South
    • Cash, checks, debit and credit cards. Also Venmo, PayPal and Apple Pay
    • Attention dealers! Scanners are allowed at tables only.
    • Free admission and parking
    • Huge arena! Many books on display!
    • Book Bazaar proceeds benefit LSU Libraries https://lib.lsu.edu/friends#bookbazaar
    • Facebook: Friends LSU Libraries

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    New Orleans, LA


    Symphony Book Fair
    University of New Orleans Lakefront Arena
    6801 Franklin Avenue
    504-861-2004

    Enter the sale under Ramp 1 (which faces Franklin Ave)


    May 30 - 31
    • Symphony Book, Music and Art Sale
    • The largest used book sale in the New Orleans area!
    • Something for Everyone! From antique and collectible books through sci-fi and classic literature, we have it all.
      • Books – Fiction & Nonfiction in 50 categories
      • Music – Sheet music and recordings (LPs, CDs)
      • DVD’s and Audio Books
      • Art – both posters and original works of art
    • Fantastic pricing and quality selection!
    • Friday through Sunday, June 3 - 5, 2022
    • Pre-Sale 
      • Friday 9 am-3 pm
        • Admission for best selection on first day only – $15 fee (9am-3pm only)
    • Book Sale - Free admission
      • Friday 3 pm - 8 pm
      • Saturday 9 am - 8 pm
      • Sunday 9 am - 4 pm
    • All proceeds are used to supportthe Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra.
    • Free parking – enter from Franklin Avenue
    • See us on Facebook

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    Detroit, MI

    Festival of Books!
    9th Annual Detroit Festival of Books (AKA Detroit Bookfest) FREE!
    Eastern Market
    Shed 5
    2934 Russell Street
    Detroit, Michigan

    Detroit Book Festival




    July 19
    •  9th Annual Detroit Festival of Books! (aka: Detroit Bookfest) FREE!
    • Sunday, July 19, 2026
      • 10am - 4pm
    • Festival takes place at Eastern Market Shed 5
      • (Shed 5 is wheelchair-accessible)
    • Entry is FREE!
    • Our 9th Annual Detroit Bookfest  will feature over 300+ vendors selling.....you guessed it ....BOOKS!
      • Books of all sorts: used, rare, antiquarian, unusual, ephemera, authors, etc.:
    • Vendors will also be selling vinyl records, comic books, creative arts, vintage board games and more!
    • Entry is FREE!
    • Food, beer and DJ Seven Whales will be bringing the funk music!
    • Website
    • Questions
    • Photos from 2025
    • Prospective vendors read this (and apply using link at bottom of article)
    • FaceBook event page
    • Want to see the size of Shed 5? Click here for a virtual tour

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    Cleveland, OH

    100,000+ Books Await You!
    2026 ACE BOOK SALE!
    LOCATION:
    3631 Perkins Avenue
    Cleveland, OH
    216-368-2090

    *Free parking

    May 30 - June 2
    • DATES:
      • Saturday, May 30 – Tuesday, June 2, 2026
    • JOIN US FOR THE 2026 ACE BOOK SALE!
      • Experience one of the region’s largest book sales, hosted by the Association for Continuing Education (ACE) at Case Western Reserve University. This year’s event promises an incredible selection of over 100,000 books and multimedia items, with something for everyone!
    • HIGHLIGHTS:
      • Rare and Collectible Books: Discover unique treasures and antiquarian gems.
      • Diverse Genres: Fiction, Literature, Performing Arts, Psychology, Religion, Philosophy, Fine Arts, Cookbooks, Sports, Gardening, Science, Business, History, Politics, Travel, Children's Books—just to name a few!
      • Foreign Language Books: Expand your horizons with books written in various languages.
      • Multimedia: CDs, DVDs, vinyl records, sheet music, and more.
    • SALE SCHEDULE:
      • Preview Sale (Early Access):
        • Saturday, May 30: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM ($20 admission fee)
      • General Sale (Free Admission):
        • Saturday, May 30: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
      • Shopper Card Coupon Day:
        • Sunday, May 31: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Free admission and save $5 off first $15 purchase with a designated postcard or online coupon)
      • Discount Day - Reduced Pricing:
        • Monday, June 1: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM (free admission)
      • Final Day - $5/Box Sale
        • Tuesday, June 2: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM (free admission and fill a box for $5)
    • ADDITIONAL PERKS:
      • Credit cards accepted for all purchases.
      • Nothing is removed before the sale—everything is available for you to explore.
    • WHY ATTEND?
      • Funds raised support ACE’s adult education programs at Case Western Reserve University. Whether you're a book collector or simply looking for great reads at unbeatable prices, this event is not to be missed.
      • Follow us on Facebook for updates and sneak peeks of featured items!
      • We hope to see you there—come explore a mile of books!
    • ACE WEBSITE: https://www.acesite.org/book-sale-event
    • ACE FACEBOOK PAGEhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100054666630473

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    Lancaster, PA


    Friends of Lancaster Public Library
    at Franklin and Marshall College
    Alumni Sports and Fitness Center
    929 Harrisburg Pike
    (for campus map see www.fandm.edu/visit
    717-295-1950



    June 20 - 22
    • 300,000+ ITEMS!
    • Books! CDs! DVDs! Records! Puzzles! Games
    • Explore over multiple tables of 50 categories, including sets, in our large space.
    • Great Prices
      • About 40% of books are priced at $2 for hardback & 50 cents for paperback
      • The rest are priced Individually and include some very nice collectibles and current fiction and nonfiction. 
      • Cash, checks, and all major credit cards accepted
      • PA sales tax of 6% added unless buyer has tax exempt ID
    • SALE DATES: JUNE 20 TO 22
      • Saturday, 7AM-8PM
      • Sunday, 8AM-7PM  
      • Monday, 8AM-5PM  HALF-PRICE DAY!!
    • NO PREVIEW AND ADMISSION IS FREE TO ALL
    • Venue is handicapped accessible
    • Free Parking
    • All proceeds benefit Lancaster Public Library and Friends.
    • Questions? Contact ronadams4909@gmail.com

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    State College, PA

    150,000+ Books!
    AAUW State College Used Book Sale
    Penn State University-University Park
    Snider Agricultural Arena
    Corner of Park Avenue and Fox Hollow Roads

    (Diagonally across Park Avenue from Beaver Stadium - 800 East Park Ave., State College, PA 16803)


    May 9 - 12
    •  2026 AAUW State College Used Book Sale 
    • Exceptional quality and selection!
    • Over 150,000 used books, puzzles, games, CDs and DVDs
    • 30+ categories of books including:
      • Children's books * Fiction * Biography/Memoirs * Business/Economics * Collectors * Cookbooks * History * Coffee Table books * Religion * Science * Sports * Travel * (and more)
    • Credit cards, Cash and Checks are accepted
    • SALE DATES: May 9 to 12
      • Saturday & Sunday (5/9 & 5/10) - 9 am to 8 pm
        • All books marked full price
      • Monday (5/11) -  9 am to 8 pm
        • Half Price Day!
      • Tuesday, (5/12) - 9 am to 7 pm
        • Bag Day - fill a standard grocery bag for $10.00
    • Cash, checks and major credit cards will be accepted.
    • Parking is free.
    • All proceeds fund grants to support projectos of Centre County non-profits that align with AAUW's mission and scholarships awarded to women adult learner undergraduate students residing in 'Centre County.
    • Questions? Email info@aauwstatecollege.org
    • booksale@aauwstatecollege.org 
    • Learn more: aauwstatecollege.org/used_book_sale_centre_county/
    • Shoppers: Bring your own bags and enjoy our treasure hunt!



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