Books lovers on a budget, lend me your ear. There is a marvelous used book shop in Peoria, Illinois that gives out free books every day, and the ones sold inside are cheap to boot. From classic novels to cookbooks to children’s literature, you’ll find every genre here. Check it out:

Book Rack in central Illinois is a marvelous used book store that the locals don't want you to know about. Each day, the owner sets out a collection of free books that are first-come, first-serve.
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In business since 1980, the store has been handed down three times to worthy book lovers who have kept it going for decades. The shop houses books from every genre including young adult, horror, best sellers, fantasy, children's books, and even gaming manuals.
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Keep scrolling to find out the average price of books at this store as well more ways to get free books.
Most books found within the store are just $2 or $4 with the highest priced books costing about $6. Another way to get free books is to stop in during the week of your birthday for a free title of your choice.
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The shop hosts a book club twice each month as well. It takes place every other Thursday at the shop at 6:30 p.m., and you can sign up through its Facebook page (link below).
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Visitors will also find a range of cute literary-themed items and gifts. Candles, buttons, socks, book marks, tote bags, mugs, and much more will add bookish joy to your everyday life.
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Book Rack Used Books is open every day other than Sunday. Stop by between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday, or 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday.
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Book Rack Used Books & Gifts is located at Oak Cliff Shopping Center, 4408 N Knoxville Ave. # 2B, Peoria, IL 61614, and you learn more about it on its website or Facebook page.

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