Carpe Librum Bookstore and Art Gallery

Carpe Librum Bookstore and Art Gallery We're a quirky, edgy, and fun bookstore Carpe Librum sells new books, used books, and art. We are happy to take your gently used books.
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We buy books for cash or store credit for many books, and store credit for most books. We don't take sex manuals, encyclopedias, really old books, or most textbooks. You may bring in your books during regular business. No appointment is necessary if you're bringing in books, but if you need help bringing them in, or have a lot, then you're encouraged to call ahead or make an appointment. We select

books, among other things, based on condition, desirably, how well similar books have sold in the past, and what we currently have in stock. Condition is the most important factor. We pride ourselves on the condition of our books, so they must be like new or gently used for us to consider selling them. (A gently used book might have some wear and tear, but it shouldn't have ripped or torn pages, have mildew or water stains, or fall apart when you pick it up.) We generally pay 20-30% in store credit of our price. Books listed on the website or Google Docs list get more in store credit and/or a free gift certificate, but we do take books not listed on there. If w do not take your books, we ask that you take them with you. It normally takes 10-20 minutes to assess books. You're free to wander around and browse while we assess your books, or go to Baskin Robbins or Taco Bell for a couple minutes. You can use 100% of the store credit for books, or 25% for the non-book items.

We'd like to buy a building for the bookstore, so we started a crowdfunding campaign. You can donate via card or PayPal....
06/24/2026

We'd like to buy a building for the bookstore, so we started a crowdfunding campaign. You can donate via card or PayPal. Link in the comments, because Facebook is being weird.

We're hoping to reopen the bookstore in a brick and mortar format, so we're running a crowdfunding campaign. Donate now!...
06/22/2026

We're hoping to reopen the bookstore in a brick and mortar format, so we're running a crowdfunding campaign. Donate now! We're offering this cute sticker/tote bag bundle as a reward for people who donate $25.
https://www.paypal.com/donate?campaign_id=TG2KJFPMMNKV2

We have a new bundle up! Shipping is free, it's $25, and you can pay via debit/credit card or PayPal.
06/20/2026

We have a new bundle up! Shipping is free, it's $25, and you can pay via debit/credit card or PayPal.

Get this cute tote bag & sticker bundle!

We're running a sale on the website to help us get this building for the bookstore. Get 20% off your order with promo co...
06/04/2026

We're running a sale on the website to help us get this building for the bookstore. Get 20% off your order with promo code Buster at checkout.
https://carpelibrumbaltimore.com/

Get 25% off your order with promo code Bookstore cat at checkout on our website. Picture of the sweetest bookstore cat f...
05/26/2026

Get 25% off your order with promo code Bookstore cat at checkout on our website. Picture of the sweetest bookstore cat for tax.
https://carpelibrumbaltimore.com/

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Baltimore, MD
21234

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

(443) 465-4691

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