• Independent publishers
• Literary fiction & Non-fiction from small presses
• Poetry chapbooks and collections
• Experimental writing and avant-garde literature
• Works focusing on cultural minority experiences and perspectives
• Alternative cultural movements and their histories
• Critical race theory and intersectionality studies
• Ethnic studies and diaspora literature
• Lgbtq+ Literature and Studies (See Below)
• Viewpoints from a minority group or culture
• Culturally important literature
• Ancient philosophy (Greek, Roman, Chinese, Indian, etc.)
• Continental and analytic traditions
• Contemporary philosophy (20th-21st century)
• Existentialism, phenomenology, and critical theory
• Philosophy of mind, science, and language
• Theology across traditions (focus on academic texts)
• Religious history and comparative religion
• Philosophy of religion
• Studies of sacred texts and hermeneutics
• NOT devotional materials or inspirational literature
• Academic and theoretical approaches to grief and bereavement
• Mindfulness and meditation studies
• Growth mindset and positive psychology
• Scholarly works on resilience and trauma recovery
• Philosophy of mind and consciousness practice
• NOT self-help or purely inspirational texts
• Marvel & DC and other Major Comics
• Independent and alternative comics
• Literary graphic novels
• Manga and international comics
• Comic theory and history
• Underground comix and zines
• Classic and contemporary science fiction
• Literary fantasy and magical realism
• Afrofuturism and non-Western speculative fiction
• Cyberpunk, biopunk, and dystopian fiction
• Critical studies of the genre
• Role-playing Books and Sourcebooks
• Queer theory and history
• LGBT+ fiction and poetry
• Memoirs and personal narratives
• Gender studies and feminist theory
• LGBT+ art and culture studies
• Timeless classics
• Prize winning books & authors
• Controversially important titles
• Banned Books
• First editions of significant works
• Out-of-print titles in our specialty areas
• Small press publications with limited runs
• Signed or inscribed copies by notable authors
• Academic texts published within the last 15 years
• Complete series or collections
Contact us at shop@undergroundyarnandbooks.com to discuss your collection.
• Please send us some images of your book collection so we can quickly evaluate it.
• We'll arrange a time for you to drop off your books, or, if possible, schedule a pick-up at your location.
• We may also consider house calls for large or exceptional collections (500+ books) in our specialty areas.
• We may be able to offer assistance with packing and transportation.
• Books should be in good condition with no significant damage, mold, or strong odors.
• Feel free to leave any behind personal items (bookmarks, notes, etc.), as those are prizes for the next owner.
• Pack your books neatly in boxes.
• Our evaluation considers condition, demand, current inventory, and alignment with our specialty areas
• We typically complete evaluations the same day, but large collections may require more time
• At this time, most of our acquisitions will be accepted as donations, though some books may be eligible for store credit
• We cannot provide receipts for tax purposes because we are not a non-profit
• All buying decisions are made at the discretion of our staff and based on our current inventory needs. Offers may vary.
• Books should be clean, dry, and free of markings
• Hardcovers with dust jackets intact
• Paperbacks with un-creased spines
• Minimal highlighting or underlining (academic texts only)
• No mold, water damage, or strong odors
• Books with excessive damage, missing pages, water damage, mold, or odors (mildew, smoke)
• Outdated textbooks & computer manuals & old encyclopedias
• Popular bestsellers outside our specialty areas
• Ex-library books (with some exceptions for rare titles)
• Books available in large quantities elsewhere
We're pretty approachable and down-to-earth people who are happy to answer any questions about our acquisitions process. Please contact us at Shop@Undergroundyarnandbooks.com
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