Our Bookstores

Second Editions Bookstore

Memphis’ Best Kept Secret!

Second Editions Bookstore is the place to find gently-used books for sale at great bargain prices.

Tuesday – Saturday, 10 AM – 5 PM

Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
(North side of atrium)
3030 Poplar Avenue
(901) 415-2836

Friends members receive a 10 percent discount on thousands of the best donated books at amazingly low prices. The range of books includes hardback and paperback fiction, mysteries, science fiction, fantasies, romance and more. Our children’s materials begin with first readers through young adults. There is even a graphic novel section. Non-fiction is equally extensive and includes special sections for Southern authors and books about the South, Pulitzer Prize-winning books, history and religion, Large Print, coffee table books, African-American materials, cookbooks and much more. We have extensive music collections on CD and LP, plus audiobooks and magazines.

The average sale price in Second Editions is $3.

Proceeds from Second Editions Bookstore go toward Memphis Public Libraries!

Our Amazon Bookstore

Calling all book lovers! Reading doesn’t have to end when libraries close. Shop 24/7 for your favorite titles from your favorite authors at the Friends’ online bookstore.

Click here to start shopping today!