Books are Gems: A warm nonprofit bookstore turning books into community for kids and adults.
Books are Gems is a warm, nonprofit bookstore in El Paso that welcomes kids and adults. The shop offers affordable children's and adult titles, donates books, and hosts readings and community events. Free books and donation-driven collections make it a welcoming spot for families and book lovers alike.
7744 N Loop Dr, El Paso, TX 79915, USA
Claim Books are Gems to manage your storefront, respond to reviews, and receive customer leads.
Purchase books at low prices (50¢ for soft covers, $1 for hard covers) to support our nonprofit mission of providing free books to children.
Receive up to 10 free books per child, no child presence required, to encourage reading and literacy in the community.
Donate gently used books to be redistributed to children and adults, supporting our cause directly.
Enjoy engaging book readings and interactive sessions for children, often held on Saturdays with fun voices and activities.
Browse free book sections for all ages in a friendly, library-style environment perfect for families and readers.
Overall rating
Ann Delgado
This place is amazing for kids, they have free books and activities. Mrs Susie was amazing unfortunately two of her older volunteers are disrespectful and mean to others volunteers. Just making it hard for new volunteers to go in and help . Besides that the place is amazing.
Morgan Van Ameyde
Elizabeth Calanche
I love coming to explore books and take a few new gems home with us. My grandchildren love reading so this is a great place to come get books & then recycle some of the ones we have already read.
Deborah Rose
Very warm and engaging for my best granddaughter. She absolutely loved it. She's 3.
Jessica Macias
I love bringing my kids here. I tell everyone about it. The ladies are so nice and they treat everyone with respect. Storytime is great. They interact with the kids, asking questions about the books. I love that they read with sound effects and take their time 😂 . I have nothing bad about this place. Absolutely love it.
Jessica
Helpful staff and very well organized. Nice selection of used books for absolutely excellent prices.
