Giant Warehouse Book Sale

Make plans now to visit KDL’s Service Center in Comstock Park (814 West River Center Dr., one block north of the Fifth Third Ball Park, behind Wendy’s) for a Giant Warehouse Book Sale!

More than 20,000 gently-used books and other items will be available to fill your shelves for just 50 cents to $1 each. On Sunday, $2 buys as many items as you can fit into a bag. All proceeds go to the KDL Fund to support early literacy. See you there!

Friday, April 27, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday, April 28, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday, April 29, 1:00 – 4:00 PM

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Morgan J.

Morgan J. is a KDL communications assistant. She spends summers as a “hood ornament” of sorts while her husband captains their old, cedar-sided pontoon down the Flat River. In the wintertime she counts the days until she’ll have her toes in the water again.


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19 Responses to “Giant Warehouse Book Sale”

  1. Laura Says:
    April 3rd, 2012 at 8:46 am

    Sounds great – but Sunday is the 29th!

  2. Sheri Says:
    April 3rd, 2012 at 8:48 am

    Thanks Laura — we’ve corrected that!

    Sheri
    KDL Webmaster

  3. Gee Says:
    April 3rd, 2012 at 10:41 am

    Are these all retired library books? If not, about what percent are donated? Thanks for your help.
    LOVE you, KDL!

  4. Sheri Says:
    April 3rd, 2012 at 11:21 am

    Hi Gee,

    Almost all of the books for sale are retired library books.

    Thanks,
    Sheri
    KDL Webmaster

  5. Michael Thayer Says:
    April 7th, 2012 at 4:41 pm

    The KDL book sales are a lot of fun, but come early and be prepared for a crowded environment, and if you think you want the book, take it now, because it will not be there when you come back.

  6. G Says:
    April 18th, 2012 at 7:24 pm

    Speaking of retired library books… what exactly is there? I mean, are they old books (1960s,70s,etc), newer (1990s, 2000s), or a mix? I’d just like to have a vague idea what to expect. Please respond, and thank you.

  7. Morgan Jarema Says:
    April 19th, 2012 at 9:36 am

    Hello G (and others): The vast majority of the books for sale were published within the last 10 years.

    Morgan
    KDL Staff

  8. Amy Says:
    April 19th, 2012 at 2:35 pm

    Are there childrens books also? This sounds like fun!

  9. Morgan Says:
    April 19th, 2012 at 2:42 pm

    Amy- Oodles and oodles of children’s books!

  10. G Says:
    April 19th, 2012 at 5:44 pm

    Another question presented itself in my mind…what exactly are the “other items” mentioned above? Are they digital media (CDs, DVDs, etc.)or anything of that sort? I would appreciate a reply, and thank you once more for your time.

    P.S. Out of a curiousity, are the authors a variety? Are there best-sellers? Are there a multitude assortment of genres? I’m probably stretching it, but I plan on going so I’d like to know. Thanks again.

  11. Sheri Says:
    April 20th, 2012 at 10:08 am

    Hi G,

    We have two tables of AV items –- CDs, DVDs, and Audiobooks.

    There are lots of bestsellers in all genres. Come early on Friday to get the best selection. We are expecting a lot of people!

    Thanks,
    Sheri
    KDL Webmaster

  12. Sally Says:
    April 21st, 2012 at 10:19 am

    Will there be manga?

  13. G Says:
    April 22nd, 2012 at 8:35 pm

    Hey again… sorry to bother you guys again, but for the $2 stuff a bag sale, do you bring your own bag? Is there a size limit? Is the sale just for books, or can it include the AV items mentioned above? I appreciate the responses, so thanks again.

  14. Katie Says:
    April 23rd, 2012 at 10:57 am

    Hi Sally,

    Yes, we will have some Manga for sale. Hope to see you there!

    Katie
    KDL staff

  15. Katie Says:
    April 23rd, 2012 at 10:59 am

    Hi G,

    We will have some bags available for the bag sale, but feel free to bring your own grocery-size paper bag if you like. The bag sale will include all items.

    Katie
    KDL Staff

  16. Nicolette Says:
    April 25th, 2012 at 8:49 pm

    I’m SOOOO looking forward to this, but I’m crushed that it’s only Fri-Sat-Sun…. Really wish you would have opened on Thursday!!!! Not to mention that Sunday is the same day as Allegan Antique Market’s opening season! :-(

  17. Ann Says:
    April 27th, 2012 at 2:50 pm

    I had a great time Friday morning at the sale.There was a line around the building to get in! The staff was pleasant and kept busy rearranging the rows of books on each table. I was happy to see there are boxes available to collect your books in. I spent three hours there and brought home two boxes full. If you go, be prepared to be jostled as you peruse the tables, aisle space is tight . Also, it was very chilly in the warehouse because the two garage doors were open, so dress warmly. I thought the sale was well organized and I will be back if they do it again next year!

  18. Sheri Says:
    April 27th, 2012 at 4:14 pm

    Thanks Ann — We’re glad you enjoyed the sale! It certainly was busy Friday morning, but as the day went on we were able to consolidate some tables and open up more room between them. But we still have plenty of books left for those who want to come check out the sale this weekend!

    Sheri
    KDL Webmaster

  19. David Jones Says:
    April 29th, 2012 at 9:55 am

    Hey I am coming for the bag book thing today. How many books do you still have? Do you still have a lot of books at the warehouse?

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