Frequently Asked Questions
We do not buy used books. However, we accept them as donations and resell them at a very discounted rate. Please ensure that the books are in good condition, as if you were giving them as a gift. All donations are vetted for condition (inside and out). Accepted donations may not be sold immediately, or at all.
Yes, we can special order books for you. Special orders can be made in-store, over the phone and by emailing the.book.keepers24@gmail.com. Shipping is free as special orders come with out regular shipping. Special order books will be put on hold for up to 30 days from the day it arrives in store. Delivery times vary but are typically 5-7 business days.
Yes! We have a cozy meeting space, the "Book Nook," available for groups of up to 8-10 people. The "Book Nook" is free to use during business hours on a first-come, first-serve basis. For reservations outside of business hours, the room can be reserved at an hourly rate and is subject to staff availability. Please fill out our online reservation request form for specific dates and times.
Yes, we plan on having our own calendar of special events like author book signings, poetry readings, etc. But this is your bookstore. So, if there is an event you would like to bring to our community, please share your ideas by submitting our online event form. A member of our team will get back to you in one to two business days.
We love supporting local authors! Please complete our online author form to submit information about your books and you. We will get back to you within 2-3 business days.
We love supporting local artists and small businesses. While our shelf space for non-literature items is limited, we reserve a blank wall for local artists to display their work. Please complete our online artist form with details about your work and you. You can also call our store during normal business hours at 320.234.READ (7323). We will get back to you within 2-3 business days.
Do you have bookish questions? We’ve got (mostly) brilliant answers! Whether you’re hunting for a rare read, wondering about book donations, or just curious if you can sip coffee while browsing (yes, you can!), our FAQ page has the details. Or better yet—stop by and ask in person.



