33.5 Inches

Enough said. I focused on finding classic (or quirky) children's' literature at the bi-annual Friends of the Seattle Public Library book sale. I went on Friday night for the member's only preview* and then again on Sunday morning.

*Membership cost $15 a year if you pay in advance. There is a 25 book limit during the member's only preview, but it's nice to get "first dibs" on the books you want.

For my fellow bibliophiles:

The sale takes place every April & September.

Most books are $1 each.

The sale includes a similar variety as you'd find at your local library (because these books come from your local library *sticking out tongue*).

The book sale takes place in a large warehouse with tables full of books & crowded with people. I recommend NOT taking your children, wearing comfortable shoes and bringing bags to carry around your new-found treasures.

For more information: http://friendsofspl.org/booksale.aspx

How to spot a bibliophile

(photo by Amanda of Amanda's books, April 2009)

Enough said.

The Spring book sale is (almost) here!!

It's one of my favorite semiannual Seattle events!  I've picked up hundreds of books (at $0.50-$1.00/each) over the last 3 years.  If you're a book-buying-addict like I am, this is the sale for you!!

copied & pasted from FSPL website:

The Friends of the Seattle Public Library hold two major book sales every year, in Spring and Fall. At each sale, over 200,000 books and other items are offered to the general public. Proceeds go to The Seattle Public Library.

 

Next sale: April 17 - 19, 2009

 

Location: Magnuson Park, Hangar in Building #30, 7400 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, 98115.

The park may be reached by Metro bus routes 30, 74, and 75. Free parking is available.

 

Hours:

• Friday, April 17: 6:30- 9:30 p.m. Member preview sale. Members may purchase up to 25 items. Memberships $15 in advance; $30 at the door.
• Saturday, April 18: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.
• Sunday, April 19: 11 a.m.- 4 p.m.

Learn more.