I buy my books at
Books for America, a used book store in my neighborhood. Books for America collects used books and then re-sells them, with the proceeds going to literacy efforts. Any children's books that they receive are donated directly to libraries, schools, and after-school programs serving low-income kids. Other books are donated to adult programs, such as shelters, adult education programs, and prisons.
I hope that by the end of my month (and a half) highlighting literacy, Books for America will be your favorite bookstore. This post is just a teaser for better posts to come.
How to support Books for America:
- When shopping at amazon.com, enter through the Books for America site. Books for America will receive up to 15% of your purchase.
- Donate books at their store (22nd and P Streets, NW, in Washington) or warehouse (in Fairfax).
- Host a book drive at your office.
Do you have a story to share about the friendly folks or great selection at
Books for America? Leave it in the comments.
They're also the cheapest used bookstore in the area, and their selection is good and they turn over the stock fairly frequently so you can always find new stuff.
ReplyDeleteThis is very cool! I wish I'd known about it when I was local!
ReplyDelete