Book Lovers Unite at Bookstock in Livonia 4/22-29

Whether it’s reading to your children, having them read to you, or discussing a book on a plane with a stranger, books bring people together.

However, 26 percent of American adults admit to not cracking a book during the past year. I can’t be the only one super sad about that statistic, right? I have a goal of reading 12 books this year. To some, that’s not many, but as a busy mom, I can’t always keep my eyes open at night 😉 I love that reading helps me turn my brain off and fall asleep easily!

To help fuel my need to read, I am thrilled to share about the ultimate book lover’s sale coming to Livonia April 22-29: Bookstock. If you enjoy books, this is a must-attend event!

I nabbed some great reads last year at the sale for myself and my kids, and can’t wait to see what we dig up this year.

About Bookstock 2018

Bookstock is an annual, non-profit used book and media sale. All merchandise sold comes from donations and all workers and organizers are volunteers. Proceeds are donated to non-profit organizations and merchandise remaining after the sale is donated to area non-profit organizations and schools.

Bookstock has generated $1.8 million for literacy and education projects throughout metro Detroit and beyond.

200,000+ ITEMS! Pre-sorted books and merchandise, replenished daily. Available items include:

• Current fiction, children’s books, biographies, cookbooks
• Records and CD’s
• DVD’s and Videos
• Books on tape
• Dozens of Categories

When is the sale?

April 22-29, 2018

Bookstock’s Pre-Sale will kick-off on Sunday, April 22 at 8:15 a.m. There is a $20 admission charge for the Pre-Sale only, which runs through 11 a.m. and offers savvy shoppers and collectors first crack at Bookstock’s treasure trove of bargains. Bookstock has over 200,000 donated used books, DVDs, CDs, books on tape, magazines and records for sale at bargain basement prices. The sale will continue through Sunday, April 29, running Sundays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. and Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. – 9p.m. During regular sale hours, admission is FREE and most books cost between $0.50 – $4.

Special Sale Days

Bookstock will have seven special sale days this year:

Monday, April 23: Monday Madness

The first 1,000 shoppers will receive spectacular giveaways including a $50 VISA gift card every hour, and one lucky shopper will receive a $500 VISA gift card.

Tuesday, April 24: Teacher Appreciation Day

Bookstock is celebrating teachers by giving 50% off to all teachers with a valid ID from 3 – 9 p.m. At 5 p.m., the Bookstock B.E.S.T.* Awards, (Bookstock Extraordinary Student/ School/ Teacher) will be presented to fourth grade students from Detroit Public Schools Community District who write the top essays entitled, “My Favorite Book Character…and Why.” A WDIV TV personality will present the awards live, and cash prizes will be given to five students, their teachers and their schools.

Wednesday, April 25: Cookstock

Cookstock will feature a large collection of gently used cookbooks, and the winners of the Cookstock Cupcake Recipe Contest will be announced by local news anchors at 5 p.m. The winning cupcake will be featured at Good Cakes and Bakes in Detroit, and appear on WDIV Local 4’s Live in the D.

Additionally, patrons can get a $25 SNAG BAG — all you can stuff in a bag for $25 {quantities limited – some exclusions apply}

Thursday, April 26 and Friday, April 27: Bookbuster Special Days

Buy three books and get the fourth book free {least expensive item} from 3 – 9 p.m.

For more information about Bookstock, call (248) 645-7840, ext. 365, visit www.bookstockmi.org, or follow on Facebook and Twitter.

Laurel Park Place is located on 6 Mile Road east of I-275 in Livonia.

Bookstock is a client of mine through work. All opinions expressed belong to me.

What are your favorite frugal ways to get books?