Twice-Sold Tales/Friends of the Library Used Books and More

Twice-Sold Tales/Friends of the Library Used Books and More Thousands of Gently used & new hardcovers & paperbacks, every category & age, 10¢ - $5. We take CASH ONLY. We are a CASH ONLY business.

Prices range from 10¢ to $5, including new hardcovers; most paperbacks 50¢ or 3 for $1. All categories and age ranges are represented. 100+ titles added weekly; we take requests. Proceeds benefit the Lanark Public Library and its programs and collections. Fiction books are organized by author and nonfiction by category. We carry Westerns, mystery, Amish and inspirational/Christian romance, cookboo

ks, religion, humor, sports, science fiction, fantasy, horror, classic literature, contemporary and historical romance. Our extensive nonfiction section, organized by topic, includes books on antiques, gardening, woodworking and construction, needlework, photography, biography/autobiography, self-help, health and fitness, history, languages, animals, and virtually anything else you can imagine. We carry books for all ages of children, from board books for toddlers to young adults. We also offer DVDs, VHS tapes, audio books, and puzzles. Donations of gently used books are accepted 10 am-1pm Tues.-Fri. and 9 -11 am Sat., or they may be dropped off at the Lanark Public Library. Twice-Sold Tales was created to support the fund-raising efforts of the Friends of the Lanark Public Library, a non-profit organization founded in 2005 to support and promote the Lanark Public Library as a cultural, educational and recreational asset to the community in order to enhance the quality of life of its citizens.

These Amish books recently arrived. Stop in soon for the best selection.
05/22/2026

These Amish books recently arrived. Stop in soon for the best selection.

Looking for gifts or just like the feel of a new hardcover? Well, this is your lucky week, because all our like-new, rec...
05/06/2026

Looking for gifts or just like the feel of a new hardcover? Well, this is your lucky week, because all our like-new, recent arrivals are 50% off through Saturday, May 9! Don't miss your chance to stock up at ridiculously low prices at Twice-Sold Tales Used Books, 504 W. IL Rte. 64, Lanark, IL 61046. Grab them before our sale ends at 4 pm on the 9th!.

Searching for Large Print Books? You’ll find plenty at Twice-Sold Tales Used Books, 504 W. IL Rte. 64, Lanark, IL 61046....
05/06/2026

Searching for Large Print Books? You’ll find plenty at Twice-Sold Tales Used Books, 504 W. IL Rte. 64, Lanark, IL 61046. Want an Extra Bonus? They’re 50% off through May 9! Stop by between 9 and 5 Tuesday through Friday and Saturday, May 9th from 9 to 4.

Sci-Fi, fantasy, and horror fans, rejoice! We have yards and yards of your favorite authors at Twice-Sold Tales, from th...
05/06/2026

Sci-Fi, fantasy, and horror fans, rejoice! We have yards and yards of your favorite authors at Twice-Sold Tales, from the classics like Robert Heinlein, Ursula K. LeGuin, J.R.R. Tolkien, Sarah J. Mass, H.P. Lovecraft, and Mary Shelly to today’s Suzanne Collins, Peter F. Hamilton, Joe Abercrombie, Samantha Shannon, Dean Koontz and Shirley Jackson. They’re all 50% off, along with the rest of the bookstore, May 5 – 9. Visit Twice-Sold Tales at 504 W. IL Rte. 64, Lanark IL, 61046.

Yes, we have Amish authors at Twice-Sold Tales Used Books! Choose from authors like Wanda E. Brunstetter, Cindy Woodsma...
05/05/2026

Yes, we have Amish authors at Twice-Sold Tales Used Books! Choose from authors like Wanda E. Brunstetter, Cindy Woodsmall, Beverly Lewis, Janette Oke, Beth Wiseman and more. Stop in May 5 – 9 and get 50% off the entire bookstore. We’re located at 504 W. IL Rte. 64, Lanark IL, 61046.

Looking for children’s books? Twice-Sold Tales has an embarrassment of riches in that regard, and they’re all 50% off du...
05/05/2026

Looking for children’s books? Twice-Sold Tales has an embarrassment of riches in that regard, and they’re all 50% off during our 15th Anniversary sale May 5-9. Visit us at 504 W. IL Rte. 64, Lanark IL, 61046. We're open 9 - 5, Tuesday -Friday and Saturday, May 9 we're open 9 am until 4 pm.

Get swept away in our romance section, with authors from Nora Roberts and Danielle Steel to Coleen Hoover and Sarah J. M...
05/04/2026

Get swept away in our romance section, with authors from Nora Roberts and Danielle Steel to Coleen Hoover and Sarah J. Maas. Stock up on your favorites for 50% off May 5 – 7 at Twice-Sold Tales Used Books, 504 W. IL Rte. 64, Lanark, IL 61046.

Want to have your favorite chefs share their secrets and favorite recipes anytime you want? Check out Twice-Sold Tales U...
05/01/2026

Want to have your favorite chefs share their secrets and favorite recipes anytime you want? Check out Twice-Sold Tales Used Books’ cookbook section, where you’ll find cookbooks by Guy Fieri, Julia Child, Giada de Laurentiis, Rachel Ray, Paula Deen, Earnest Matthew Mickler and many more. Stop in soon; our 50% off the entire store sale May 5 – 9 will draw plenty of avid readers! Twice-Sold Tales Used Books is located at 504 W. IL Rte. 64, Lanark, IL 61046.

Notice: we take CASH ONLY! Sorry, but we have no ability to process checks or electronic payments. Please prepare approp...
05/01/2026

Notice: we take CASH ONLY! Sorry, but we have no ability to process checks or electronic payments. Please prepare appropriately for your visit.

Twice-Sold Tales Used Books is the place for your favorite authors. Love mysteries? We have you covered from classic Aga...
04/30/2026

Twice-Sold Tales Used Books is the place for your favorite authors. Love mysteries? We have you covered from classic Agatha Christie to contemporary authors such as Lee Child, Louise Penny, Michael Connelly, Karin Slaughter, Harlan Coben and Val McDermid. Visit us May 5 – 9 for 50% off everything in the store. Twice-Sold Tales Used Books is located at 504 W. IL Rte. 64, Lanark, IL 61046.

Books, puzzles, DVDs, and audiobooks originally priced from 10 cents to $5 for 50% off?!? Yes, really!
04/22/2026

Books, puzzles, DVDs, and audiobooks originally priced from 10 cents to $5 for 50% off?!? Yes, really!

Help us celebrate Twice-Sold Tales Used Books’ 15th anniversary May 5th- 9th, 2026 with 50% off our entire store for the week!

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504 W. IL Route 64
Lanark, IL
61046

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

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+18152384763

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