What to do with books
Books that are in good condition can be sold to used book stores, donated to libraries, or donated to thrift stores or donation drop boxes.
Paperback books
Unusable paperback books can be recycled curbside and at any Kansas City area recycling centers.
Hardbound books
Unusable hard bound books - damaged books, textbooks, reference books, etc. - can either be disposed in the trash, or pages can be removed and recycled. Covers and spines should be disposed in the trash.
Where should it go?
Find a recycle spot
Where can you recycle or donate books in the greater Kansas City area? Search our database.