Rose City Reads

Rose City Reads Used Bookstore

 

Attention book lovers! A treasure trove of gently-used books awaits you at Rose City Reads, now open in Northeast Portland! The Friends of the Library are delighted to have this permanent space with over 15,000 used books and media on the shelves, refreshed daily.

Step into a world of literary gems:

  • Unwind with the classics: Discover pristine books with timeless tales from renowned authors.

  • Explore new genres: Browse our vast selection of mysteries and thrillers, non-fiction, children's stories, art books and more.

  • Snag amazing deals: Enjoy affordable prices on high-quality books that have been carefully curated. You will find donated inventory similar to that of the former Spring & Fall Book Sales in addition to retired library materials previously sold at The Title Wave Bookstore.

  • Support a worthy cause: Every purchase fuels the Multnomah County Library's mission to empower the community through literacy.

What makes Rose City Reads special?

  • Exceptional quality: Forget dusty old paperbacks. Expect well-kept books that look and feel new.

  • Constantly refreshed: Shelves get restocked throughout the day, ensuring a steady stream of exciting finds.

  • Something for everyone: From a huge selection of children’s books to thought-provoking non-fiction, there's a book for every taste.

Ready to join the adventure?

  • Head to 221 NE 122nd Ave (next to the library operations center).

  • Browse the shelves from 11am to 5pm, Tuesday to Saturday.

  • Score amazing deals on Educator Discount Day (30% off all purchases for educators on the last Saturday of each month).

  • Consider volunteering: Help support Friends of the Library by volunteering with friendly staff.

  • Don’t forget to visit the Friends Library Store for stationery, gifts, jewelry and more! Located inside Central Library in downtown Portland.

 
 

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This beautiful vintage map of Oregon was just donated to Friends of the Library. It is on display and for sale at Rose City Reads. #vintagemap #oregon
Support your community and sip on something delicious! @jubileehallpdx is just a short walk from Rose City Reads and serves up amazing coffee and food. This non-profit coffee shop is dedicated to providing English and job skill training to refugees
It’s spooky book season! Time to curl up with some spine-tingling tomes.
We are still celebrating the freedom to read this #bannedbooksweek. Tomorrow is also the last Saturday of the month which means it is Educator Discount Day! 30% off all purchases with proof of educator status. #readmorebannedbooks
New to the shelves this morning! It’s Banned Book Week and we are celebrating the freedom to read!
All sorts of wonderful YA titles on display at Rose City Reads, stock up before the rainy season begins! #readmorebooks #yabooks
Or maybe in the Friends Library Store? This beautiful book about books just arrived today at the Friends Library Store. Visit us inside Central Library, Wednesday-Friday 12-5 for a curated selection of affordable used books that support @multnomahcou
Booksellers on vacation = bookstores galore! So happy to visit the wonderful @birchbark_books.
Another delightful stack of used books waiting to be shelved at the Friends Library Store. Most of our books are only $5 and all of our proceeds support our beloved @multnomahcountylibrary.
We have literally just restocked the wonderfully literary @dearhancock cards at the Friends Library Store. We are open Wednesday-Friday, noon - 5:00 inside the beautiful Central Library. #supportyourlibrary
More new to us titles! Thank you for donating such wonderful books to support @multnomahcountylibrary.
Yes, we agree it is far too hot to cook this week, but just look at all of the lovely cookbooks that arrived at the Friends Library Store! Browse them in comfortable AC while we await cooler weather. You will need to be quick though, lots of apprecia

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