Your local library: Your local library is a great place to donate your books. This is your best option if you want a to give away a ton of books since the library will likely accept them all. Not to mention, you’re directly contributing to what I believe is one of the greatest (free) public services in our nation. You’re not only giving other people the opportunity to love a new book, but you sent your books to a better place. (Okay, so maybe not heaven itself, but with a library, you can get pretty close.)
Sell your books online: I personally love selling my books online! There’s a lot of sites and apps out there where you can list your books online and make a little cash for that caramel grande latte, a movie ticket, or just toward your next bookstore shopping spree.
Although, this option requires a little upkeep as you sell, package, and ship books yourself. (Admittedly, after over a year of selling books online, the local post office employees know me as a regular.) But the benefits are reusing shipping packages, giving books to other people who might enjoy them more, and don’t forget: some extra spending money!
Your local thrift store/secondhand book store: I adore secondhand and thrift book shopping! Sometimes you find great gems for cheap, and if you choose to donate your books, then you can be the reason that a bookworm discovers their new favorite novel. I’ve even heard of used bookstores like Half Price Books who will pay you for your gently used books! (What’s better than contributing to secondhand bookstores and receiving some money at the same time? Nothing, that’s the answer.)
Regift your books: This is a good idea if you believe your friend, family member, coworker, dog’s neighbor, etc. would really appreciate the book! Books are a great gift for readers everywhere, but especially casual readers who don’t mind a recommendation here or there.
Even better, if you have multiple copies of the same book, start a book club or participate in a buddy read with another person! That way you can share your thoughts and strengthen your love for reading together all while decluttering your bookshelves. (I don’t know about you, but that sounds like the most ideal scenario.)