What to Do With Leftover Books After a Garage Sale
The garage sale is over. You made some cash. But now you've got 3 boxes of books nobody bought. Sound familiar?
Don't put them back on the shelf or in the garage—you already decided to let them go.
Last verified May 2026 · Original research by Josh Eldred
Option 1: 24/7 Drop Box
Here's the easiest path: my 24/7 book drop box is located at 5445 Edith Blvd NE, Unit A, Albuquerque 87107, in the North Valley near Edith and Montano.
Load the car, drive over, drop off your boxes anytime—day or night, rain or shine. It takes five minutes. You're done.
Pro Tip:
If you're planning a garage sale, keep my info handy for after—it makes cleanup faster and means you don't have to figure out what to do with leftovers.
Option 2: Free Pickup Service
If the garage sale left you with a LOT of leftover books (and other stuff you sorted out), don't stress about loading the car yourself.
Call me at 702-496-4214 and schedule a free pickup. I'll come to you.
This is especially handy if you've got boxes of hardcovers, textbooks, or a mix of items beyond just books. I handle the heavy lifting.
I Accept Everything
- The a few dollars paperbacks that didn't sell
- Hardcovers, textbooks, children's books
- DVDs, CDs, and other media
- Books with price stickers, bent covers, sun-faded spines
- Any condition—garage sale books are real books
I've processed over 500,000 pounds of books since I started. That's millions of books kept in circulation instead of ending up in the landfill.
Where Your Books Go
I make sure good books reach people who'll actually read them. Children's books are donated free to UNM Children's Hospital, group homes for adults with developmental disabilities, and school libraries in small communities across rural New Mexico. Others are made available affordably or through my programs.
Instead of being recycled or trashed, your leftover garage sale books get a second—or third, or fourth—life in someone else's home.
Other Resources I Offer
Ready to Donate Your Leftover Books?
Stop by my 24/7 drop box or call me to schedule a free pickup today.
5445 Edith Blvd NE, Unit A, Albuquerque, NM 87107
Frequently Asked Questions
+ What should I do with unsold books from my garage sale?
You have two main options: drop books off at my 24/7 drop box at 5445 Edith Blvd NE, Unit A, or schedule a free pickup by calling 702-496-4214. Both are easy and convenient ways to ensure your books find new readers instead of ending up in the trash.
+ Do you accept books in any condition?
Yes, I accept books in any condition. Garage sale leftover books often have price stickers, bent covers, or sun-faded spines—all of that is completely fine. I take everything and give books a second life through resale and free distribution.
+ Can I get a tax deduction for donating my books?
I am a for-profit organization, so I am unable to provide tax deductions. However, donating your leftover books is still a great way to keep them out of the landfill and ensure they're read by others in my community.
Not sure what to do with your books?
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Your leftover garage sale books deserve a second life.
Drop Box Location:
5445 Edith Blvd NE, Unit A, Albuquerque, NM 87107
Open 24/7
Free Pickup:
Call 702-496-4214 to schedule