Useful answers
A little clarity
before you give.
Everything from packing your books to finding our drop-off shed.
Is book pickup free?
Yes. Give My Books offers a free community pickup service. Reselling suitable books helps support the service and the family business.
Do you take fiction and children’s books?
Yes. GMB accepts fiction, children’s books, nonfiction, and old or new textbooks in usable condition. Hardcovers and paperbacks are welcome.
What should I leave out?
Please leave out encyclopedias, magazines, newspapers, VHS tapes, and non-audiobook cassettes. Damaged, moldy, or mildewed items are not accepted.
How do I pack my books?
Use sturdy boxes or bags that one person can carry. Every box must weigh less than 50 pounds. Fill containers without making them too heavy, and double-bag paper sacks when possible.
What time should I put my books out?
On your confirmed pickup day, have everything ready by 8 a.m. The pickup window is 8 a.m.–8 p.m.; an exact arrival time cannot be guaranteed.
What if rain or snow is expected?
Keep your books dry and protected. If you move them to a garage or another location, email pickuprequest@givemybooks.com so the team knows where to find them.
Is there a limit on how many books I can give?
There is no stated limit. Mention large collections when arranging your pickup so the team can plan vehicle space.
Can I drop off books instead?
Yes. Visit 2091 Stratton Ct, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, Monday–Saturday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Use the no-contact shed at the front of the property. No appointment is required.
Are you a nonprofit? Do you provide tax forms?
Give My Books is a family business, not a nonprofit. GMB does not provide tax-deduction forms.
Where do you pick up?
All of Washtenaw County and parts of Livingston, Oakland, Wayne, and Monroe counties. Pickup days depend on your ZIP code; check the scheduling form for your address.
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