Great Used Book Stores in Delaware County, PA

There are many used book stores within the Delaware County limits. Great prices don't always equal great service though. The three stores I have included in this article are included because of their prices, service and ease of getting there.

Best Local Used Book Stores In Delaware County, PA-Cathy's Half Priced Books

The great thing about Cathy's is not only do they have used books, but also carry new books at used books prices. Cathy's will also buy back books that you have purchased, or books that you have laying around the house. Instead of collecting dust, bring them in and you can choose cash or store credit. With over over 50,000* books in stock, there is definitely books for any and every one. I have gone there before and honestly spent hours just browsing and it feels like just minutes have passed. The staff is helpful and treat customers with respect, as it should be.

Website, address, phone and hours and directions are as follows:

Cathy's Half Price Books 1305 West Chester Pike, Havertown, PA 19083-2929
(610) 924-0988
Store Hours-Mon-Sat 10:00 AM-7:00 PM Sun 10:00 AM-6:00 PM
Buy Back Hours-Mon-Sat 10:00 AM-7:00 PM Sunday 10:00 AM- 6:00 PM
Link for public transportation to store

Best Local Used Book Stores In Delaware County, PA-Family Thrift Shoppes

I realize a thrift store would not be expected a in a guide like this, but I just couldn't resist including this store. They have a large array of books and on certain days they have sales such as buy 1 get 2 free. The average cost is $1.00-$3.00, depending on whether hard or soft cover and condition. All books are in great condition, some just look a little better than others. They carry up to date authors. The books vary from fiction to non-fiction.

Website, address, phone and hours and directions are as follows:

Family Thrift Shoppes
1011 MacDade Boulevard
Collingdale, Pennsylvania 19023
610-583-1131
Monday through Saturday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Best Local Used Book Stores In Delaware County, PA-George S. MacManus Company

This is definitely a specialized used book store. Not the typical mysteries and self help here. This store carries specialty rare books. George S. MacManus Company has over 45,000 cataloged titles focuses primarily on 18th and 19th century Americana**. The staff at George S. MacManus Company is amazing and you will never leave unsatisfied.

Website, address and phone are as follows:

MAC MANUS GEORGE S CO
(610) 520-7273
12 Water St
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

Personal experience
*http://www.cathysbooks.com/inside_the_store.html
http://www.amfamilyservices.com/thrift_shoppes.php
**http://www.macmanus-rarebooks.com/index.php?page=home