Recycle Bookstore

Category: Used book store

Address: 1066 The Alameda, San Jose, CA 95126, USA

Phone: +14082866275

Opening hours

Sunday: 11AM–8PM

Monday: 11AM–8PM

Tuesday: 11AM–8PM

Wednesday: 11AM–8PM

Thursday: 11AM–8PM

Friday: 11AM–8PM

Saturday: 11AM–8PM

Reviews

Andrey Kurenkov

Jul 9, 2022

Amazing bookstore! A huge selection of all sorts of books, lots of affordable used copies, and a generally relaxed vibe. And there is a cute cat that hangs out there too!

Nandita Srinivasan

Jun 6, 2022

I love hanging out here and picking up a book or too when I'm in the neighborhood. They have some great series, authors, historical books, and sooo much great scifi and graphic novels! The folks who run the place(So sorry I've never asked for your names, but I will next time!) are extremely kind, and go out of their way to help you find the books you need, or even suggest great reads! From vintage to contemporary - they nearly have it all, most books in near mint condition, which is rad. Its always a great treat to meet the stores in-house feline friends - especially Emma - who's warm and friendly to every visitor! Keep up the good work y'all! :)

Martin Bagnyuk

Apr 15, 2022

Recycle bookstore was a regular favorite when I lived on the Alameda. Used books, rare books, fun books, sci fi, science, just everything in a large store. I recommend this place for any book needs you may have. They even sell used newer releases up front.

Lisa Elley

Mar 20, 2022

Best bookstore in the Bay Area. Please support them. I come here to browse with my 17yo daughter, we both crave the old book store aroma! She likes the ecology and architecture sections, and I like the art books. I’ve bought several big beautiful glossy books for like $8 over the years. Tons of really really old antique books. Stop and pat the kitties. Great kids section. Plenty of free parking out front. Please don’t walk around talking on your phone :)

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Questions & Answers

Do you buy ESL or college Textbooks?

Frances Lu | Aug 24, 2020
Ryan Wada | Aug 24, 2020

I think they may have some but I haven't looked recently. It's really all about the shipments they get.

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Do you buy children’s books. Elementary and middle school age?

A Google User | Aug 25, 2019
Recycle Bookstore | Aug 25, 2019

Yes we do. It depends on what we already have on the shelf and what has been selling. We see quite a lot of kids books come in so we are selective, but we would love to see them. Our buying hours are 11 to 5 Monday through Saturday.

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If the books that I bring in are not selected for resale in your stores, do you have a way of disposing of the unwanted books? If not, what is the best way of disposing of unwanted books? Local libraries and schools have declined them.

Cindy Meyer | Aug 25, 2019
Margaret Mayfield | Aug 25, 2019

The Rosegarden Library on Dana has a drop box for donated books which they sell to raise money for the library.

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Are there books in Vietnamese, Mandarin, Korean?

World Recipe of Life | Aug 25, 2019
Recycle Bookstore | Aug 25, 2019

Hello, we will carry some books on how to speak those languages but we do not carry any actual books in those languages.... so no novels, essays, etc...

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Do you buy vintage Dr. Seuss books.

Joyce Elmore | Aug 25, 2018
Shauna Poong | Aug 25, 2018

They give very fair prices.

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Do you guys have maybe now by Colleen hoover

Valeria Eilish | Jul 25, 2022
Recycle Bookstore | Jul 25, 2022

Yes, we have three copies. We are closed today but open tomorrow.

Do they have manga? I know the campbell location has some but does this location also have manga?

A Neva | Jul 25, 2022
Recycle Bookstore | Jul 25, 2022

Thanks Tami! Yes, the San Jose store has a manga section.

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Do you accept rare Indian erotic books.

Harminder puri | Jun 25, 2022
Recycle Bookstore | Jun 25, 2022

Hello there, I don't think we have run across any before. We do sell a variety of collectible books online but that might be out of our purview, especially if the text is in Hindi. We look at books at the San Jose store 11 to 5 Tuesday through Saturday, but if you do come by call first and ask for Eric.

Do you buy war books?

Zoila Encinas | Jun 25, 2022
Recycle Bookstore | Jun 25, 2022

We do have a large military section but right now we are only buying very selectively as our section is very full. I would not recommend bringing them to us because more than likely it would not be worth a trip. The exception would be if the collection is highly specialized with hard to find and rare books.

How do I go about giving my books to the store? Should I just drop them off or contact the store to see which are wanted?

Nico Garcia | Jun 25, 2022
Recycle Bookstore | Jun 25, 2022

Hello there. We look at books 11 to 5 Tuesday through Saturday. We do not do donations but we look through the books to see what we can use and give you cash or trade for the ones we take.

Does this place have any signed young adult copies?

Adriann Barrett | Apr 26, 2022
Recycle Bookstore | Apr 26, 2022

Hello there, you might find a few here are there but it is not something we have an abundance of.

Do you have a copy of Ideological Origins or The Ordeal of Thomas Hutchinson, by Bernard Bailyn?

David Miranda | Dec 27, 2021
Recycle Bookstore | Dec 27, 2021

No, I'm sorry we do not have a copy of that book right now.

What are the Covid safety practices like here?

Anonymous | Aug 24, 2022
Recycle Bookstore | Aug 24, 2021

We have all the usual protocols in place: hand sanitizer, social distancing, mask wearing (and we kick anyone out whose mask keeps "slipping" off their nose), touchless payment, fans, capacity limitation.

Does this place carry manga?

NCT is spicy | Aug 24, 2021
Recycle Bookstore | Aug 24, 2021

Yes, we do have a section at the San Jose store but not the CAmpbell location.

Are you dog friendly?

Maya Goody | Aug 24, 2021
Recycle Bookstore | Aug 24, 2021

Hello, as long as your dog doesn't bother our cats, it is absolutely welcome.

Di you have any movie poster price guide's?

KENNY OLSON | Aug 24, 2020
Recycle Bookstore | Aug 24, 2020

Hello and thanks for reaching out to us. Good answer Smiler! We do not have any price guides for movie posters right now. We might have a few auction catalogs with movie posters though.

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I have lot of self help motivational books. Do you accept these kind??

Meena Bala | Aug 24, 2020
Recycle Bookstore | Aug 24, 2020

Hello, it really depends on the books. The more current they are the more likely we are to take them, especially when it comes to self help. If they are mostly published in the last ten years or so you probably have a good shot at having us take a good portion.

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Do you have any of the "Missing 411" books by David Paulides?

Anthony Lazrovich | Aug 24, 2020
Recycle Bookstore | Aug 24, 2020

No at the moment we do not have any. Sorry!

Do you buy Technical Computer Science related Textbooks?

Aishwarya Neelakantan | Aug 25, 2019
Recycle Bookstore | Aug 25, 2019

Hello, we do not have a computer science section, nor do we carry textbooks at all. We do have a math and science area though.

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What is your book buying policy? Thanks in advance.

Micaela M | Aug 25, 2019
Recycle Bookstore | Aug 25, 2019

We buy books 11 to 5 Monday through Saturday. We buy selectively depending on what we think will sell and what we have in stock. We do not buy textbooks, computer books and older hardback popular fiction. Trade will work out to be a 3-1 swap for similarly valued books. We pay about 20 to 25 percent of what we sell a book for in cash. It is not based on the cover price. Feel free to call us if you have any more questions. 408-286-6275

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Hello, my children have many books practically new years, days of buying them and they read them my question is can you take books to exchange? Is there any limit?

Erendi Diaz | Aug 25, 2019
Recycle Bookstore | Aug 25, 2019

There is no limit. You have to bring books during the hours 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. No hay límite. Tienes que traer libros durante las horas de 11 a.m. a 5 p.m. De lunes a sábado.

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Hi ; do you have a book for RPSGT Exam Secrets Test Prep Team ? if you do how much and what years ?

Fred Afshar | Aug 25, 2019
Recycle Bookstore | Aug 25, 2019

Hello! Thanks for contacting us. Unfortunately we do not have that book in stock. Good luck with your search!

Hello! I want to know if they have books in Spanish?

Maria H | Aug 25, 2019
Recycle Bookstore | Aug 25, 2019

Yes, we have books in Spanish but not a large quantity. Yes, we have books in Spanish but not a large amount. One full bookcase.

do you have the book The Book Of Unknown Americans?

Ashley bravo | Aug 25, 2019
3x4 Architecture | Aug 25, 2019

If you call they will usually check for you

Do I need an appointment to bring in books?

C. Sea | Aug 25, 2018
Recycle Bookstore | Aug 25, 2018

No, just bring in your books during buying hours, 11 to 5 Monday through Saturday in San Jose, Tuesday thru Saturday in Campbell. Eric, Recycle bookstore

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Do you have a list available of Elmer Kelton books currently on your shelf?

Sharon Wood | Aug 25, 2018
Recycle Bookstore | Aug 25, 2018

Right now we only have two books, PUmpkin Rollers and The man Who Rode Midnight. Usually we have more.

Are you going to be open on memorial day?

Lucy Lu | Aug 25, 2018
Recycle Bookstore | Aug 25, 2018

HEllo, yes, we will be open the usual hours this weekend, 11 to 9 Friday Saturday, noon to Seven Sunday, 11 to 9 Monday. Thanks for asking!

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I have a lot of novels, biographies etc. Do you accept gently used books. If I bring them in a d you sell them do I receive any renumeration?

Jeff Shafer | Aug 25, 2018
Recycle Bookstore | Aug 25, 2018

Yes, we take in books at the Campbell or San Jose store, 11 to 5, Tuesday through Saturday. We are selective about what we take depending on what we think will sell and what we already have on the shelves. Biographies we are very selective on. After we look through them we offer you a value in cash and trade.

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