Half Price Books Tacoma

​Half Price Books is a treasure trove for anyone looking for a great deal on media. They offer an impressive selection of used books at significant discounts, but the variety doesn't stop there. You can find everything from video games (ranging from retro classics to modern titles) to vinyl records, CDs, and DVDs. They even maintain a curated adult section for those looking for specific genres. ​What sets them apart is their library-style catalog system. If a specific title isn't on the shelf at your local branch, they can check their nationwide database; if it’s in stock at another location, they can have it shipped directly to your store for easy pickup. It’s the perfect blend of a classic bookstore feel with modern convenience.

Amazing selection of books (and if they don't have the book you want they'll order it!). But I was mostly impressed with their movie collection, specifically the oldies (1925-1960s). They carry certified classics as well as deep cuts. I saw a collector edition of the Marx Brothers and a ton of Abbot and Costello, Metropolis and varied editions of that too! They also carry some dope vinyls. Some modern some old. Lots of really cool figures and manga too. Honestly this place is like Barnes and Noble but better. AND local!

If you're hoping to get a respectable cash offer for your books, think again. I had several titles some free review copies from Timber Press, plus vintage first editions and other valuable books easily worth over $400. They offered me $12. I ended up just giving them the books. Truly insulting.

i went in to buy a gift the other week and the store manager was insanely condescending and rude, he seemed annoyed that i wanted to talk to him, and i even saw him be rude to his workers!! i love half price books but i’m not sure i want to return to this location and risk running into that jerk again. i was really disappointed with the store’s leadership which is a shame, because i loved going to this location as it is the only one near me