Why buy second-hand books online from big retailers, when you can visit a local used bookstore? Continue reading to learn about 10 of the best used bookstores in Wisconsin. A few featured below also stock new books in addition to used ones.
1. Voyageur Book Shop
Voyageur Book Shop was first opened in 2016 in Milwaukee and serves the Five Points region and beyond. They search across the country for the best books to bring back to their store, ready for you to look through.
If you are seeking something a bit more special, check out their selection of first-edition and signed antiquarian copies. They have over 100 of them for you to discover, and this number grows readily as time grows on! Books cover a range of genres and include famous authors such as P.G. Wodehouse and even Theodore Roosevelt.
Pay a visit to Voyageur Book Shop.
2. The Book Deal
You can find The Book Deal in Madison where they have over 30,000 books waiting for you, all at affordable prices! Most books are not above $4, and kids’ books are normally 99 cents. All of this is part of their aim to promote literacy within the area.
Current and former educators can also get up to 10% off books, and every book you buy helps The Book Deal to be able to donate up to 5 books to children who need them most. If you are looking to free some space on your shelves at home, why not donate some books to a good cause?
Help out The Book Deal.
3. The Village Booksmith
The Village Booksmith is situated in Baraboo and has a selection of new and used books on offer for you. Genres they specialize in include popular novels, science fiction, and mystery, although their non-fiction section is just as impressive!
You can also find many antique books at the Village Booksmith, and many you can’t find elsewhere! If there is something, in particular, you are looking for and you can’t see it on their shelves, their staff are happy to take a look or try to source it for you from elsewhere!
Say hello to The Village Booksmith.
4. Main Street Books
Main Street Books is located in the aptly named city of Reedsburg and offers all of its used books at half of the retail price they would be normally. Browse a selection of over 30,000 titles with something to suit all ages and interests on the shelves.
If you prefer to listen to your stories, Main Street Books also carry a selection of audiobook CDs. Shopping with Main Street Books is a great space saver for your shelves: you can sell your own books for store credit, and they will even accept back your purchases when you have read them for store credit too!
Reach out to Main Street Books.
5. The Book Corner
The Book Corner is situated in Algoma and is run by the Algoma Library Friends. They first opened their doors in 2017, and over the past 5 years have been selling lightly used books in order to support the local Algoma Library.
On offer in the store are books, CDs, DVDs, audiobooks, and even some games! Books come in all genres, so whether you are looking for a cookbook or even a book on the history of Wisconsin, The Book Corner has you covered. You can also donate your own books and media to them to help support their cause and keep the library going.
Head on over to The Book Corner.
6. Book Stop
You can find Book Stop in Green Bay, where they have been in operation for over 30 years. With over 50,000 books on their shelves, you will be spoiled for choice, especially when many of them are on sale for half of the recommended retail price!
Book Stop also carries some newer titles, including from local authors, so it is worth taking a look at not only their ever-changing second-hand offering but also what new releases might pique your interest. Any book you trade in will also net you 15% of the cover price in store credit.
Check out Book Stop.
7. Renaissance Books
Renaissance Books is located in Southridge, and they also have a store in Greendale. They have a wide variety of second-hand titles for you to look through, on all sorts of topics. Readers of all ages are included, with children’s books, young adult novels, and even a selection of manga and comics.
Keep an eye out for their regular deals such as up to 40% off any used books in the store. If you can’t find what you are looking for, their friendly staff team will be more than happy to help point you in the right direction.
Get in touch with Renaissance Books.
8. Fox Den Used Books
You can find Fox Den Used Books in River Falls, where they first opened their doors back in 2012. Since, then, they have spent the last 10 years providing quality used and new books and board games.
Fox Den Used Books love to promote that feeling of discovery when you come across a book that you have never seen before, but that calls you to read it! As a result, their stock updates regularly, so don’t forget to check out their new arrivals table to see what catches your eye!
Start a conversation with Fox Den Used Books.
9. 20th Century Books
20th Century Books was founded in 1979 by Hank Luttrell. The store is located in Madison, and its specialty is on books to do with popular culture, and genres such as science fiction, mystery, fantasy, and more on its shelves.
If you need to declutter, take a look at their book rescue service, which aims to find all books a good home, either by being bought by 20th Century Books themselves or guidance on where best to sell them via a free consultation.
Visit 20th Century Books.
10. Lion’s Mouth Bookstore
Lion’s Mouth Bookstore can be found in Green Bay. This independently run store is filled with new and gently used books, as well as a whole host of gift ideas and stationery. The store runs regular events, including readings and book signing from local Midwest authors.
Books range from popular fiction and bestsellers, through to children’s and young adult literature. If you want to discuss your most recent read, why not sign up to one of their four book clubs?
Connect with Lion’s Mouth Bookstore.