Between the many museum stores and its bounty of independent and used booksellers, washington, d. Carpe librum bookstores turning the page turning the page. Our first editions, rare, and medium rare books are available for purchase through this website. The only way to make the mostinformed decision for textbooks at university of the district of columbia is to know all of your options before choosing one. Since 1997, bookfinder has made it easy to find any book at the best price. Located in adams morgan, the used bookstore has been in operation since 1981 and is a member of the washington antiquarian. Capitol hill books is a used bookstore located on historic capitol hill in washington dc, with three floors of quality used books, first editions and rare books. The twostory used bookstore is a great place to find a variety of old books ranging from biographies to. Click here to shop brige street books ecommerce page on. More ways to sell, donate, dump or recycle household items. Second story books outofprint, used and rare books in. Discover literary treasures for yourself or that special someone in these neighborhood gems. Second edition books and music located in columbia, maryland carries thousands of gently read books in a variety of categories along with used cds, dvds, vinyls, and games. I have a number of unused and popular recent books hardcovers which i would like to sell, but really have no idea where the best places are for resale.
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Bookstore catholic university of america, washington, dc. Book donations district of columbia public library. Second story books 2000 p street nw open daily 1010 tel. Launched in washington, dc back in 2002, books for america operated as a nonprofit organization and found new homes for more than 1 million books. We carry a diverse selection of books and gifts for adults and children, host dynamic programs and events, and will serve a selection of fine beer, wine, coffee, pastries, and snacks in our cafe. They have so many books for english learners and teachers as well as learners and teachers of other languages. Second edition books and music used books, cds, dvds. From coolidge to harding, fdr to obama, thatcher and gorbachev.
Used books of all genres including a vast selection of paperbacks, childrens, nonfiction, hardcover, and reference. Books for america, based in washington, dc, distributes donated books, movies, music and instructional cds, audiobooks, and more to organizations in the united states serving needy communities and. Ideally situated in the heart of the bustling and historic h street corridor, solid state books provides our neighborhood with a vital intellectual and social hub. I have a number of unused and popular recent books hardcovers which i would like to sell, but really have no idea where the best places are for resale places that arent too picky about what they take andor give you too little for your effort bonus if its on the red line. Best bookstores in washington independent book stores. Welcome to solid state books, washington dcs newest independent bookstore and coffee bar. Solid state books is dc s newest independent bookstore and cafe, currently in a popup shop next to our permanent home on h street ne. Capitol hill books is a used bookstore located on historic capitol hill in washington dc, with three floors of quality used books, first. More information about the transition can be read here. Jeanne fogle lyonsa historian, professor, and certified tour guide in washingtonand elan penn, the gifted photographer who created the superb from sea to shining sea, combine their talents to create a. Williams 3226 woodley rd nw washington, dc 200083334 2023337308. East city bookshop an independent, communityminded and.
Top 10 best used book store in washington, dc updated. This page lists the top college bookstores in washington dc. The love of truth mark the boy cut illustrating the famous story of george washington and. Dec 19, 2014 between the many museum stores and its bounty of independent and used booksellers, washington, d. We are open 10am8pm on weekdays, 9am to 8pm on saturdays, and 9am7pm on sundays. With wish lists you can choose to be notified the instant we find a copy, see how often we find rare titles, and see who else is interested. Navy museum store at museum education center building 76 736 sicard st southeast 2028892212 enter through main navy museum entrance on sicard st bookstore. Regularly ranked as one of the most literate cities in the nation, washington, dc finds its brain fuel from a variety of new and used bookstores. We are excited to bring the finest books and merchandise to our nations capital. Come check out curated selections of fiction, poetry, philosophy, history, politics, and art. Since drop everything and read day is april 12th, here are a few used bookstores in the d. Middle reader book club discusses from the desk of zoe washington by janae marks. When youve found the books you want well ship qualifying orders to your door for free in 100% recyclable packaging. We get many calls asking where things like cars, computers and furniture can be donated.
Museum store hours used books about naval and military history available. All proceeds go to turning the page in support of our program initiatives. Top 10 washington dc eyewitness top 10 travel guide. Welcome to bridge street books bridge street books. Two bookstore locations in the washington metropolitan area featuring outofprint, used and rare books in all subjects. Obtain your favorite dc comics at much lower prices than other booksellers. Discover literary treasures at new and used bookstores in washington, dc. They feature used books, as well as greeting cards, newspapers, records and cds. We accepted donations of gently used books and used them to build and improve libraries in schools, shelters and many other educational organizations. Top 10 best used book store in washington, dc updated covid. Turning the page has yearly popup book sales in washington, d. Tempo bookstore 4115 wisconsin ave nw, suite 105 washington.
A cafe is also included in the space serving starbucks coffee, along with readytogo snacks, sandwiches. Second story books outofprint, used and rare books in all. Use the tabs or the previous and next buttons to change the displayed slide. Founded in 1980, bridge street books has been in operation longer than any other dc independent. The best option is to drop off books during our packing time on wednesday or thursday evenings 5. A guide to independent bookstores in dc washingtonian dc. We give trade credit for books you bring in and your trade credit can be used toward 50% of the purchase price of used books in the store. Located in adams morgan, the used bookstore has been in operation since 1981 and is a member of the washington antiquarian booksellers association. Used books are often treasures that are outofprint or rare. Below is a list of who takes what in the washington, dc area. Details on how to get there are available in the where we pack section of our volunteer page. We carry a wide selection of trade, university, and small press publications. We are one block from metros red line, dupont circle station. Find that book youve been looking for or leave with several you bought on a whim.
Social justice book club reads how to be an antiracist by ibram x. Thomas heath of the washington post wrote about riverby books dc recently. The capitol hill store a few blocks from the supreme court doubles as the neighborhoods living room. During your visit, pass on the ebook for a classic paperback or a first edition. Each carpe librum seize the book location sells books, cds, dvds, and vinyl records that were donated by the public. In the summer of 2018, a group of longterm employees purchased the store from jim toole. Reading with rory book club reads songbook by nick hornby. This familyoperated establishment accepts books, audio books on disc, and dvds for trade, and boasts the highest trade value in town. Carpe librum locations turning the page turning the page. Top 10 lists feature offthebeatentrack ideas, along with standbys like the top attractions, shopping, dining options, and more. Located directly across from renowned eastern market, this capitol hill mainstay has been the neighborhoods goto for used books since 1991.
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