Used, But Sterling Bookstore

04/09/2026

Plot twist: the best story in Sterling Heights might be our bookstore. 📚
Used, But Sterling is the only used bookstore in Sterling Heights, and 100% of proceeds support Sterling Heights Public Library programs, our Library of Things, and the Mobile Library.

Have books to share? Donations are accepted up to 2 bags/boxes at a time.

And now’s a great time to join: memberships are just $10/year, you get $12 back in coupons, and if you join by May 31, you’ll be automatically entered to win a gift card. Win-win-win. ✨

04/02/2026

Are you a Friends member yet? Membership is just $10 per year, and you’ll receive $12 in coupons to use, so it more than pays for itself.

As a Friends member, you’ll also enjoy:
📚Free books from our clearance cart
📚The knowledge that 100% of funds raised through memberships and our bookstore go directly back to the library

Those funds help support:
❤Library programming
❤Our Mobile Library
❤The Library of Things collection

Join anytime between now and May 31 and you’ll automatically be entered to win a $25 bookstore gift card.

Apply online here:
https://www.sterlingheights.gov/1257/Join-the-Friends

Or fill out a paper application the next time you visit the library.

04/01/2026

April deals are here at our Used, but Sterling Bookstore!

All month long, enjoy:
50% off business and finance books
50% off any book by David Baldacci

Stop by to pick up some great new reads and support library programming. 📚

03/02/2026

🍀Our March sale in the Used, But Sterling Bookstore is packed with deals: 50% off all DVDs, CDs, records, and audiobooks all month long! Stop in during the hours listed below to shop and support the library at the same time.

Every purchase makes an impact—100% of bookstore proceeds directly funds library programming, our Maker Space, the Library of Things collection, and the Mobile Library.

Plus, for March only: 50% off all James Patterson books! 📚

02/26/2026

Sometimes all you need is a peaceful evening at the Used, But Sterling Bookstore!😌 Check out the bookstore inside the Sterling Heights Library for amazing deals on hardcovers, paperbacks, audiobooks, DVDs, music CDs, puzzles, and more! Plus, all proceeds go to supporting the library!
Bookstore Hours: https://www.sterlingheights.gov/1322/Location-Hours

02/05/2026

We’re trying something new in our Used, But Sterling Bookstore! All romance books are 50% off throughout February—and we’re also launching a new monthly 50% off Author Spotlight.

This month, all Janet Evanovich titles are half off! Stop by, find some great reads, and support the Friends of the Sterling Heights Public Library.

01/28/2026

If you love a good bargain and enjoy a good book, become a member of the Sterling Heights Friends of the Library. Yearly individual memberships cost $10 and you will get $12 to spend in the bookstore. Family memberships $20 include $24 credit for book store purchases. There are also select free books for members. Most importantly your donation & membership supports funding for library programs. Just ask for an application at the bookstore or click here for more info.

Please make checks payable to Friends of the Sterling Heights Public Library. As a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, the dues and contributions may be tax deductible.

01/02/2026

Helloooo 2026! Stop by our Used, But Sterling Bookstore this month for 50% off Health, Fitness, and Self-Help books!

12/30/2025

Reminder that we close early at 4 PM today, and the library will be closing early at 5 PM. The Used, But Sterling Bookstore will re-open on Saturday, January 3rd at 10 AM. Happy New Year to all of our followers! ✨

12/23/2025

Reminder the library closes early today at 5 p.m. and we close early at 4 p.m. We will remain closed until Friday, December 26th. Happy Holidays!!! 🎄⛄🎁

12/22/2025

Stop by the bookstore for your last minute gifts! We’re open Monday and Tuesday from 10am-7pm.