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The Book Market Sales And Trading Center

"The Best Used Bookstore In The Chicagoland Area"

About Us

The Book Market Sales And Trading Center, located in Crest Hill, IL, has been the premier bookstore catering to Joliet, Plainfield, Shorewood, Romeoville, Lockport, Bolingbrook, New Lenox, and surrounding communities since 1977. Our extensive selection includes used books, novels, children's literature, graphic novels, audiobooks, religious texts, sports books, and so much more, ensuring we meet the diverse interests of all book lovers. We are also proud to host monthly book signings, offering our customers unique opportunities to engage with authors and fellow readers. For further details and to explore our literary treasures, visit The Book Market Sales And Trading Center in Crest Hill.

Areas Served

What We Offer

Our Specialties include:

Used Books
Store Credit Trade
Book Signings
Over 250,000 books In Store

Our Services include:

Used Books & Extensive Selection: The Book Market Sales and Trading Center is a paradise for book lovers, offering more than 250,000 books in store. From bestselling fiction and timeless classics to hard-to-find treasures, customers can browse an incredible selection of quality used books at affordable prices. Whether you're searching for a favorite author or your next great read, you'll find shelves packed with options for every interest.
Featured Bestselling Authors: Fans of popular fiction will love our expansive collections from bestselling authors, including James Patterson and Nora Roberts. With a wide variety of titles available, readers can easily find beloved favorites, discover new releases, or complete their personal collections.
New Arrivals & Unique Finds: Inventory is always changing, making every visit a new adventure. We regularly add fresh selections and unique titles to our shelves, including signed copies of books that make excellent gifts and collectibles for avid readers.
Store Credit Book Trading: Give your books a second life with our book trading program. Rather than purchasing books outright, we offer store credit that can be used toward up to half the cost of your purchase of other used books. It's a great way to refresh your library while saving money on your next selection.
Author Events & Book Signings: The Book Market proudly supports the literary community by hosting book signings and special events featuring local authors. These gatherings provide readers with opportunities to meet writers, discover new books, and celebrate the joy of reading.
Local Authors & Community Support: We are passionate about promoting local talent and connecting readers with authors from the community. The Book Market showcases works by local writers and creates opportunities for them to share their stories with customers through events and featured displays.
Volunteer Opportunities: Book lovers who want to become more involved are welcome to volunteer at The Book Market. Volunteers help support daily operations while enjoying a rewarding opportunity to be part of a welcoming community centered around a shared love of books.

Our Products include:

Bestsellers
Westerns
Health & Cooking
Romantica
Contemporary, Historical & Paranormal Romances
Contemporary, Historical and Teen Romance
Apocalyptical Thrillers
Mystery, War and Graphic Novels
Chapter, Kids, Children's, Picture, Educational, Sports, Reference and Audio Books
Fantasy & Sci-Fi
Legal and Medical Thrillers
Required Readings
Bibles
Kids Religion and Religious Texts
Large Print
Manga
Harry Potter
History
Fictionalized History
Home School/Workbooks
Classics
Christian Fiction
Devotional
Biography
Autobiography
Spanish
Young Adult Books
Audio
Pop Culture
Baby Board Books
Signed Editions
Self-Improvement Books
Math & Science
Business & Finance
Travel

Testimonials

On 8/10/2026 Shay Hughes had this to say:
Good bookstore

On 5/10/2026 Merrilyn Shobe had this to say:
So many books. :)

On 4/30/2026 Paula H had this to say:
Love this place, packed with great books at low prices. You could spend hours browsing here! Personally I like the layout, it is clean and not musty at all but it's also not sterile but instead there's a "find" around every corner.

On 4/29/2026 Patricia Nicholson had this to say:
This is my first choice when buying a book of any kind.

On 3/12/2026 Christine P had this to say:
I was looking for Mary Kate and Ashley books and the nice lady took me right to them!!

Contact Us

The Book Market Sales And Trading Center
2365 Plainfield Rd. Crest Hill, IL 60403
Phone: (815) 744-4240
Email: thebookmarketjoliet@gmail.com

Plainfield Road (Route 30) and Caton Farm and Gaylord (6 Corner Intersection). Across the Street from Rocky Mudds. Two Lights East of the Louis Joliet Mall

Where To Find Us

Payment Types Accepted

American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa, Debit Cards, Apple Pay

Our Hours

Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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FAQ

Are You Hiring?

We are not seeking any employees, however, we do accept volunteers at The Book Market.

Do You Carry Textbooks?

We do not carry textbooks, however we do carry all of the required readings for schools.

Do You Buy Books/Buy Books Back?

No, we do not purchase books outright. However, we offer store credit for books traded in that can be used up to half of your purchase of other used books.

If You Are An Author Looking To Host Your Next Event With Us...

We encourage you to reach out to 815-744-4240, please ask for Jan.

What Forms Of Payment Do You Accept?

We accept all major credit cards, debit cards, cash, Apple Pay