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.
![A pile of books](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-10/books.jpg?itok=x6BDnj5_)
Paperback books
Unusable paperback books can be recycled curbside and at any Kansas City area recycling centers.
![A stack of old hardcover books](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-10/hardcover-book.jpg?itok=dqP1kjFe)
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.