Iowa's Biggest Book Sale
Iowa’s Biggest Book Sale (IBBS) is a nonprofit dedicated to literacy, sustainability, and community impact.
Through our large-scale, semi-annual book sales, we give tens of thousands of donated books a second life—making them affordable for readers of all ages while keeping usable materials out of landfills.
Items that aren’t sold are redistributed through our Sustainability Program to local schools, daycares, nursing homes, correctional facilities, and community organizations. What can’t be reused is responsibly recycled.
Powered by volunteers and supported by our community, every book donated or purchased helps expand access to reading, reduce waste, and strengthen literacy across Iowa.
Shop. Donate. Volunteer. Make an impact—one book at a time
The Spring 2026 YWRC Book Sale returns to the 4-H Exhibits Building at the Iowa State Fairgrounds over Memorial Day Weekend.
Browse hundreds of thousands of books and media items at great prices while supporting a worthy cause. Proceeds benefit local girls and young women, helping them build confidence, resilience, and the skills they need to thrive.
Great books. Great prices. Real impact.
Join us in building a stronger community, one book at a time. We collect gently used books and sell them at affordable prices. All proceeds support our community, providing vital resources to individuals and families in need. Your support helps us empower lives through literacy and opportunity.