A peek inside a massive book warehouse sale (plus a haul)

One weekend a month there’s a massive book warehouse sale in the small town of Easley, SC. Lucky for me, I have family and friends not too far away who make the 3 hour drive worth the occasional trip. I’d visit more but clearly I don’t have any shelf control when it comes to buying books. On this particular trip to Upstate South Carolina, we were able to have a cousin sleepover, attend a Girl Scout event, and explore a couple of cute downtowns. I also finally met my friend’s newest baby!

Here’s a peek inside the Book Warehouse Outlet.

I’ve linked to my Bookshop.org affiliate storefront where available.

Also, I’m not the most active on TikTok but I did post a video version of this haul if that’s more your speed!

And now for a family haul (that I used a chunk of our Christmas savings to pay for)…

For Myself

50 Architecture Ideas by Philip Wilkinson — introduces architectural movements and styles throughout history, as well as describing some of the greatest architects' most important and representative works.

One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig (I previously got book two at the sale.) — a dark, lushly gothic fantasy about a maiden who must unleash the monster within to save her kingdom.

The Book of Gothel by Mary McMyne — When her mother dies, she sets off through the woods for the mysterious tower of fable: Gothel. There, Haelewise discovers a haven, a safe refuge for women like her and for those who have lost their way in the harsh world of men. A place where magic lives and where fairy tales of her mother's stories have more truth than she'd ever imagined.

Listography One List a Day: A Three Year Journal by Lisa Nola — Each page features the date, one list topic, and space to jot down three things for three successive years. Easy to do and packed with engaging prompts covering a range of subjects (movies, music, travel, childhood memories, goals, and more), this illustrated journal serves as a delightful time capsule and bucket list in one.

Edie in Between by Laura Sibson — A modern-day Practical Magic about love, loss, and embracing the mystical.

To Gift

Death of a Cad by M. C. Beaton (A Hamish Macbeth Mystery) — When the hidden culprit strikes again, Hamish will find himself trying to save Priscilla from a miserable marriage-and catch a killer before he flies the coop.

Death of a Travelling Man by M. C. Beaton (A Hamish Macbeth Mystery) — Lochdubh constable Hamish Macbeth's life is going to pot. He has been promoted, his new boss is a dunce, and a self-proclaimed traveler named Sean and his girlfriend have parked their rusty eyesore of a van in the middle of the village. Hamish smells trouble, and he's right as usual.

Tidings of Death at Honeychurch Hall by Hannah Dennison (Honeychurch Hall Mystery Series) — When an obnoxious young couple drive 200 miles from London to view the treasures it's not just Kate who is suspicious of their intentions; Mr Chips, the estate's feisty Jack Russell makes his feelings plain by taking a bite out of the man's trousers.But then a suit of armour inexplicably falls on the ancient butler, killing him, and when a second body is found near a quarry nearby Kat becomes entangled in a world of feuds and jealousies, finally encountering a cold-blooded killer who will stop at nothing to keep the past at bay.

Get Talking Cards for Kids

Dino Slaps! game

various puzzles

For my 1st Grader

Ivy and Bean: Bound to Be Bad, What’s the Big Idea?, Make the Rules, and No News is Good News by Annie Barrows — Ivy and Bean are very different. Bean is loud and wild and goofy. She loves to be involved in games and poke her nose in other people's business. Ivy is quiet and full of ideas. She spends most of her time learning how to be a witch. Each girl thinks the other one is weird. Each girl thinks she could never be friends with the other. But sometimes opposites can become the best of friends because they're opposites!

Diary of a Wimpy Kid box set Books 1-12 by Jeff Kinney — The hazards of growing up before you're ready are uniquely revealed through words and drawings as Greg records them in his diary. Wimpy Kid is an unforgettable, unlikely hero that every family can relate to.

How we Create Lego Inspiration Deck

a diary with a lock

LEGO Disney Princesses My Enchanted Sticker Book

For my Husband

The Witcher: Sword of Destiny and The Last Wish box set by Andrzej Sapkowski — Geralt is a Witcher, a man whose magic powers, enhanced by long training and a mysterious elixir, have made him a brilliant fighter and a merciless hunter. Yet he is no ordinary killer. His sole purpose: to destroy the monsters that plague the world.

The Shotgun Conservationist by Brant MacDuff — At the intersection of hunting and conservation, a man shares his personal journey from staunch anti-hunter to compassionate, ethical hunter, weaving together a larger history of humans, animals, the environment, and our food systems.

Ten Birds That Changed the World by Stephen Moss — the gripping story of this long and intimate relationship through key species from all seven of the world's continents. From Odin's faithful raven companions to Darwin's finches, and from the wild turkey of the Americas to the emperor penguin as potent symbol of the climate crisis, this is a fascinating, eye-opening, and endlessly engaging work of natural history.

Science: The Definitive Visual Guide

Posters for Change: Tear, Paste, Protest: 50 Removable Posters

To Share at Home

American Museum of Natural History Birds of North America: Eastern Region

Merriam-Webster Children’s Dictionary

Briarheart by Mercedes Lackey — In this feminist retelling of Sleeping Beauty, Miriam is charged with being trained in both magic and combat to act as chief protector to her sister. But shadowy threats are moving closer and closer to their kingdom, and Miriam's dark power may not be enough to save everyone she loves, let alone herself.

Bagels, Schmears, and a Nice Piece of Fish by Cathy Barrow and Linda Xiao — With suggested menus for fun brunches and gatherings, photos of finished food and step-by-step techniques, and a charming deli aesthetic, this is both a comprehensive baking resource and a playful guide to making one of America's best-loved foods.

Thai Made Easy by Yui Miles — Using easy-to-source ingredients, uncomplicated methods and including 'easy swaps' for traditional Thai ingredients, this is the easiest way to enjoy this incredible cuisine, without compromising on the flavours synonymous with Thai dishes.

Veg in One Bed by Huw Richards — A month-by-month guide to what to do and how to do it, including what pests to look out for, and what can be harvested.

While we can’t often indulge in massive book hauls, it was fun to take this trip together and pour through stack upon stack of books!

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