Thriftbooks is my new go-to for discount books for both kids and adults. They have millions of titles, plus free shipping on orders over $15.
Have you heard of Thriftbooks.com?
I first discovered it years ago when I put together this list of ways to build your home library on a budget, and since then I’ve been floored by what an amazing resource it is.
Why I Love Thiftbooks
As the name suggests, Thriftbooks primarily sells used books and you can get books for a smoking deal, usually in the $3-4 range per books.
(Although they also sell new books, audiobooks and rare editions).
And their selection is ENORMOUS.
Even better? Thriftbooks offers free standard shipping in the US on orders over $15, which is pretty incredible.
They also have a great program called ReadingRewards where you earn points for referring a friend or buying books or using the app.
For instance, in ReadingRewards, 500 points earns you a free book and you get 50 points for every new customer you refer (and they get 15% off their first order!). Or if you place your order through the app, they’ll give you a 100 point bonus.
And they’re always offering special promotions to earn bonus points, so keep an eye on your account.
Thriftbooks also has a pretty easy-to-navigate site, with lots of categorizations, curated book lists, and filters so you can sort by the condition of the book, the price, the format, the language, and more.
You can also create wish lists and even categorize those wishlists to keep track of books you want to buy (board books, for instance, or non-fiction books about education or whatever categories you want to track).
It’s seriously impressive.
If you, like me, have been looking for a new source for bargain books and a way to grow your home library without breaking the bank, I think you’ll love Thriftbooks as much as I do.
If you try Thriftbooks out, let me know what you think.
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Photos by Heather Mildenstein
Claire @ Book Lovers Pizza says
I love Thriftbooks! Recently started ordering from there and linking deals on my blog too!
Christine says
Thriftbooks is the BEST! It’s my favorite place to buy used books. I’ve used them for years, but even more so now that the libraries have been closed. So grateful that there’s a place we can get reasonably-priced books!
Crystal says
I love Thriftbooks! I have been a loyal customer for several years now. Every time I get the email notification for a free book (from all of my book buying!), I get so excited!
Sara says
I love Thriftbooks! It is my FIRST stop when I’m looking to purchase any book but ESPECIALLY childrens books. And if they dont have a book I’m looking for, I add it to my wishlist and get a happy email in a week or two saying its available!!
Molly says
I tucked this post away and have been making a list of books I was going to order. I’m getting ready to place the order but it says the referral code is maxed out. Just curious if anyone else has run into this and if you perhaps have another code. If not, I understand! xo
Shalynn says
Random question from earlier post about e Lockhart Frankie book. Am I confused or are there really two characters named Zada, frankie’s older sister and a member of the debate club? Not a very common name. Just find it weird an author would use same name for two different characters.
Robbie Sims says
I bought 3 books and I haven’t ordered anything else yet, but I have had a 75 dollar charge come out of my account and im wondering if this is a club that takes money every month like a club type
nelson says
anyone knows how to use the reward points? I have one reward point but when I put a book in the cart and click checkout, i don’t see that the reward point is used.
Sara says
I love Thriftbooks! I’ve been buying from them for the past 3 years, so easy to expand our library with a fast reading first grader.
We love finding older DVD’s and TV series too. Their customer service is top notch!
Estella Houston says
I, too, am a loyal Thriftbooks customer, thanks to your recommendation a couple of years ago, Janssen! The savings and quality of the books just can’t be beat!