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Pro Tips for Calgary Reads Big Book Sale

What to bring, what to know, where to park: Pro tips for making the most of your time at Calgary Reads Big Book Sale are here!

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News release: Got books? Make space on your bookshelf & discover Canada with the 21st Calgary Reads Big Book Sale

As a wellspring of patriotism has readers seeking out books by Canadian writers, Calgary Reads Big Book Sale has three words: Come on down! (Also: Got books?)

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How to Host a Book Drive for Calgary Reads Big Book Sale

Collecting and donating books for Calgary Reads Big Book Sale is even more fun when you do it as a team! Whether you’re with your block, your book club, your workplace or a sports or community group, hosting a book drive is a simple, meaningful way to rally together to help young readers in Calgary!

Here is our book drive guide and kit!

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volunteer

Help us collect, sort and sell books – or bring your energy to the clean-up party.

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give books

Give your gently used books to a good cause. Find out where and how.

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buy books

Create your best to-be-read pile yet! Book a spot on Day 1 and 2—or enjoy a smaller crowd and great sales on other days.

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