10 of the Best Used Bookstores in San Diego

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If you love looking for books in second-hand bookstores, then this post is for you. Here are 10 of the best used bookstores in San Diego.

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1. textual books

Verbatim Books is located on 30th Street. It was created in 2015 by owner Justine, and has since expanded into the store next door. this gives them over 5,000 square feet of space for book sales.

You can find all kinds of used and vintage books here. verbatim books also looks to support local authors and fanzine creators, so there’s always something a little different for you to discover. they also organize and support a variety of events in the store and in the local community.

contact textbooks.

2. pennywise books

pennywise books was created by owner doak in 1982 and is located on garnet avenue. You can find a wide variety of used book genres here, including children’s books and children’s literature. There’s also a selection of nonfiction, on topics like history, crime, and memoir.

You can also sell your favorite copies to Pennywise Books and even trade them in for another book! If you’re looking to read some of the newest book releases, but can’t wait for the paperback to come out, they also offer a hardcover rental service.

give pennywise books a call (they’re old school)!

3. books the beach

la playa books is owned by a father and daughter duo. They were established in 2016 and are located on Rosecrans Street where you can find a mix of new, used and rare books for sale. They have a large section for kids and young adults, but their selection of genres is wide.

They offer a book exchange service to get store credit to buy more books. la playa books also organizes many events for the local community, including story readings, book clubs, and get-togethers with authors.

Send them a message for more information.

4. blue stockings books

Bluestocking Books is located on 5th Avenue and has been owned and managed by Kris Nelson for 23 years. however, the store itself has been a bookstore for much longer: since 1967, in fact!

they offer all kinds of new and used books, along with some gifts, cards and stationery. They have a great children’s section and aim to make the bookstore feel like home for many readers. bluestocking books also has a baby book drive, to provide books for little ones to aid in their development as part of their pediatric care.

contact bluestocking books.

5. friends of san diego central library

located on the first floor of the central library in san diego, volunteers sell a variety of books to benefit keep the main library running. They operate the store 6 days a week and host a variety of events in conjunction with the library below.

You can find all kinds of used books here, along with other media like CDs, DVDs, and audiobooks. They accept donations at any time, and as a result, their stock is always changing. In their online store, they also sell donated specialty titles and rare books if you’re looking for something a little more specific.

feel free to ask them a question or two.

6. book a place

The people behind Book Place have been selling used books for over 30 years. the store itself has had different locations and names over the years, but the premise remains the same: to be an independent bookstore that sells a good read or two.

They have all kinds of genres on offer and they also have an exchange service. Since they take hundreds of books every day, you’re sure to find something different every time you visit! your furry friends can come too, as you can bring your pets on Mondays!

say hello to reserve a spot.

7. dg books of wills

d.g. wills is the place to go if you are looking for academic and academic degrees. they have a selection of new and used volumes for you to browse, and the place is packed with books on every wall and surface.

not only is it a place to buy a book, but d.g. wills books is also a cultural center that has had many famous visitors over the years! The list has included Nobel Prize winners, Poet Laureates, columnists, actors, and more!

explore d.g. wills books for you.

8. reserve

bookoff has several locations across the united states, including one in san diego on kearny mesa road. They sell all kinds of used books and media, such as CDs, DVDs and various electronic products.

bookoff buys books from you too – great if you’re looking to free up a little space on your shelves! this also means you may find things you might not have expected at different times depending on what was previously brought!

start a conversation with bookoff.

9. maxwell’s house of books

Maxwell’s House of Books has been in business since 2003. It is owned by Craig Maxwell, whose goal is to help everyone be able to explore and get lost in a good book or two. They were even voted one of the 50 best bookstores of 2017 by the huffington post!

Because it’s a used bookstore, you can find all sorts of things here, from the classics to more obscure titles. Maxwell’s Book House is also happy to purchase your books from you, provided they meet your criteria.

talk to the maxwell book house.

10. footnote books

Footnote Books is located on University Avenue and is owned by Troy Beaver. they have a variety of book collections and categories for you to explore, including some for specific interests or topics.

They’ll also buy you books, so ask them if they’ll take what you offer. Their selection online is different from what they have in store, so to get the best of both worlds, it’s always worth checking out.

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