Independent Bookstore - Donna's Book Corner & More

Treasured Stories, Affordable Prices

Everything we do starts with why

Our Why

We're book lovers, just like you. We believe every book deserves to be read, cherished, and passed along to find its next perfect reader. There's something magical about discovering a well-loved book—the worn spine, the dog-eared pages, the notes in the margins—it all tells a story. We're here to make that joy accessible to everyone, without breaking the bank. Because the best books shouldn't be out of reach, and the best readers deserve a community that gets it.

How It All Started

I've always been a reader. The kind of person who gets lost in stories, who fills shelves faster than they can be emptied, who believes a good book can change everything. When I started this shop back in 2021, it wasn't about building a business—it was about sharing that love. I wanted a place where readers could find their next favorite book without spending a fortune, where every spine tells a story, and where the person behind the counter actually cares about matching you with the right book. Every book here has been read, loved, and carefully selected because I genuinely believe it deserves a second life with someone who'll treasure it just as much as the last reader did.

Donna's Picks

Every month, I choose 1 or 2 books I think you'll love. These are the stories that captured my heart, made me laugh, or kept me up way too late turning pages. Happy reading!

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Explore Our Collections

Browse through our shelves and find your next favorite read. We've got fantasy worlds that'll sweep you away, romance that'll make your heart skip, mysteries that'll keep you up at night, horror that'll send shivers down your spine, and children's books that are pure magic. Whether you're hunting for something specific or just want to wander and discover, there's something here waiting for you.

Every book here has a story—not just the one inside, but the one written on its spine and pages. These are books that have been loved, read, and treasured. They come with character: a worn spine that shows it's been read and reread, dog-eared pages marking favorite passages, maybe a note in the margin from a previous reader. That's not damage—that's proof of a life well-lived. We carefully select each one because we believe these pre-loved books deserve to find their next perfect reader. Quality used books at prices that won't break the bank. That's the magic we're sharing.

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Books for Young Readers

There's nothing quite like watching a child discover their favorite book—that moment when their eyes light up and they disappear into a story. We've filled our children's section with beloved classics, charming picture books, engaging early readers, and page-turning chapter books. All at prices that won't make parents wince. Whether you're looking for a gift, building a home library, or rediscovering the books you loved as a kid, our carefully selected children's books are waiting to spark joy and imagination in the young readers in your life.

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Fantasy ⁷⁵ Bestsellers ⁴⁸⁶ Romance Mystery Suspense ²²¹ Horror ²⁶ Children's Books (Ages 0-7) ²⁹

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Our Story

About Donna's Book Corner & More

I've been a reader for as long as I can remember. As a little girl, I'd lose myself in stories, filling my shelves with books I loved so much I couldn't bear to part with them. Those books became my companions through every chapter of my life—some I've read a dozen times, their spines worn soft from love, their pages marked with memories. I'll never forget the day in 4th grade when my favorite author came to visit our school. Meeting her in person—seeing that the person behind the stories I loved was real, was there—changed something in me. It deepened my love of reading and showed me the power of books to connect us to the people and worlds we cherish. From that moment on, I knew books weren't just an escape; they were a way to touch something real and meaningful.

As I got older, my reading tastes evolved the way most readers' do. I moved beyond my childhood favorites into fantasy worlds that captivated me, romance that made my heart race, mysteries that kept me up at night. I discovered suspense, thrillers, and supernatural romance—each genre opening new doors to different kinds of stories and emotions. Then, at thirteen, I picked up my first Stephen King book and was completely hooked. There was something about the way he wove terror and humanity together that spoke to me. From that moment on, my shelves grew in every direction—fantasy epics, gothic mysteries, paranormal romance, psychological thrillers. I became the kind of reader who couldn't be confined to just one genre, because every type of story had something unique and beautiful to offer. And I still read anything I get my hands on, from fiction to the news and learning material. That curiosity, that hunger to understand the world through words—it's never stopped.

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"Every book has a story, and every reader deserves to find their perfect match. That's what we're here for."

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Book Lover Owned

Curated by a fellow reader who loves books as much as you do

Every Book Inspected

Each book is carefully examined and accurately described

Packaged with Care

Your books are wrapped and shipped with the attention they deserve

Like New

Minimal to no wear, appears unread. Pages are crisp and clean with no markings. Cover shows little to no shelf wear.

Very Good

Minor shelf wear, pages clean and intact. May have slight creasing on spine. No writing or highlighting inside.

Good

Visible wear, may have creased spine or cover. All pages intact and readable. Perfect for readers who prioritize story over appearance.

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