*** NOTICE ***
SUMMER HOURS
The bookstore will be open Monday - Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
We will resume regular business hours on September 21st.
The Library will maintain regular hours:
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. on Monday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday
Closed on Sunday
SUMMER HOURS
The bookstore will be open Monday - Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
We will resume regular business hours on September 21st.
The Library will maintain regular hours:
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. on Monday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday
Closed on Sunday
Nestled in the heart of Sun City is more than just a used bookstore—it’s a gateway to supporting your local library. Operated entirely by dedicated volunteers, this charming shop funds vital library programs, events, and resources. Explore shelves brimming with pre-loved books, discover
hidden gems, and give stories a second home, all while giving back.
It’s also a wonderful place to volunteer, meet fellow book lovers, and make a meaningful impact. Stop by today and turn your love for reading into support for a great cause!
hidden gems, and give stories a second home, all while giving back.
It’s also a wonderful place to volunteer, meet fellow book lovers, and make a meaningful impact. Stop by today and turn your love for reading into support for a great cause!
READY TO VOLUNTEER? CLICK ON THE APPLICATION BUTTON BELOW
2026 BOOKS
ARE STARTING TO FIND THEIR WAY TO THE BOOKSTORE!
As you know, we rely on donations to stock our shelves. We sincerely thank the readers who purchase today's bestsellers and then donate them to the Friends Bookstore,
giving others the opportunity to enjoy them as well.
giving others the opportunity to enjoy them as well.
It's too hot to go outside, so why not amuse yourselves with some interesting facts about books, libraries, and reading.
When the Arizona temperatures start climbing, it's the perfect excuse to stay cool indoors with not only a good book, but choose a great movie, or an entertaining jigsaw puzzle!
Stop by the Bookstore and browse our large selection of DVDs, from classic favorites to recent releases. Whether you're looking for a comedy, mystery, western, romance, or family film, you're sure to find
something to enjoy while staying cool.
Stop by the Bookstore and browse our large selection of DVDs, from classic favorites to recent releases. Whether you're looking for a comedy, mystery, western, romance, or family film, you're sure to find
something to enjoy while staying cool.
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Of course, we also have thousands of books, in all genres, waiting to transport you to another world without ever stepping outside.
Come visit us this August, stock up on movies, puzzles, and books, and let us help you beat the heat—one story at a time! |
Books are available in the hallway even when the bookstore is closed. Please feel free to shop and place your payment in the box
located on the bookcase shelf—we trust you!
located on the bookcase shelf—we trust you!
Hard cover releases are
** NOW **
2022-$2, 2023-$3, 2024-$4, 2025-$5, 2026-$6
** NOW **
2022-$2, 2023-$3, 2024-$4, 2025-$5, 2026-$6
HAVE YOU CHECKED OUT THE 50c BOOKS and PAPERBACK BUNDLES?
All year long, BOOKS AROUND THE CORNER has a variety of items
for sale, at reasonable prices.
for sale, at reasonable prices.
Through the frequent and generous donations we receive, we're able to offer affordable access to:
- Superb quality, nearly-new books
- DVD and BluRay movies
- Music CDs
- Jigsaw puzzles
- And more!
We have all genres, for all ages. Great gift ideas, too!
Spend a little, Give a lot!
Come in OFTEN to check out the selections and take advantage of the specials, drop off your donations*, or just to say hi!
Check out the FLASH SALES! Periodically, an author or a genre will be put on sale for a short period of time. These sales are not advertised,
so a visit to the bookstore could save you money.
Spend a little, Give a lot!
Come in OFTEN to check out the selections and take advantage of the specials, drop off your donations*, or just to say hi!
Check out the FLASH SALES! Periodically, an author or a genre will be put on sale for a short period of time. These sales are not advertised,
so a visit to the bookstore could save you money.
Friendly volunteers are waiting to guide, make suggestions, and chat about our latest media arrivals.
EVERY PURCHASE SUPPORTS OUR LIBRARIES AND THEIR PROGRAMS.
YOUR DONATIONS KEEP OUR INVENTORY FRESH AND PLENTIFUL.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATRONAGE!
See below for our Donation Guidelines. Due to limited space, we have to be selective.
Please check in at the desk with a volunteer worker when bringing donations.
There is a limit of 3 boxes of donations
YOUR DONATIONS KEEP OUR INVENTORY FRESH AND PLENTIFUL.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATRONAGE!
See below for our Donation Guidelines. Due to limited space, we have to be selective.
Please check in at the desk with a volunteer worker when bringing donations.
There is a limit of 3 boxes of donations
BOOK DONATIONS PROVIDE AN EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY FOR EVERYONE
Books Around the Corner Bookstore Supports our Community
NEED MORE ROOM ON YOUR SHELVES?
HAVE PILES OF BOOKS STACKED AROUND THE ROOM?
Make room on your shelves by donating the books you’ve loved —
and pick up a few “new-to-you” treasures while you’re here.
The Bookstore is operated 100% by volunteers, giving unselfishly of their time, to make sure that the store is manned, and the merchandise is well-stocked and organized.
Proceeds from the Books Around the Corner used book store go to support Sun City Libraries' programs, equipment, media materials (books, DVDS CDS, large print books), computers, shelving, furniture for the Gathering Place reading/meeting room, and more. You can be confident that your money stays with the Sun City Libraries when you support the Friends' Bookstore.
DID YOU KNOW... Your donations are tax deductible! Ask for a donation receipt at the front desk.
DONATION GUIDELINES
We would MOST like to receive:
Jigsaw Puzzles
CURRENT magazines (last 12 months)
Gently used hardback and paperback books
Commercially recorded movies (DVD/BluRay)
Commercially recorded music CDs
We are UNABLE to accept the following type of books:
Textbooks
Encyclopedias
Time-Life Books
Over-sized Coffee Table Books
Medical Books older than 5 years
Computer Books
Economy Books
We are UNABLE to accept books with:
Water damage
Torn or damaged bindings
Torn, marked or missing pages
If you have too many books to carry, come in to the store, and borrow one of our carts.
Proceeds from the Books Around the Corner used book store go to support Sun City Libraries' programs, equipment, media materials (books, DVDS CDS, large print books), computers, shelving, furniture for the Gathering Place reading/meeting room, and more. You can be confident that your money stays with the Sun City Libraries when you support the Friends' Bookstore.
DID YOU KNOW... Your donations are tax deductible! Ask for a donation receipt at the front desk.
DONATION GUIDELINES
We would MOST like to receive:
Jigsaw Puzzles
CURRENT magazines (last 12 months)
Gently used hardback and paperback books
Commercially recorded movies (DVD/BluRay)
Commercially recorded music CDs
We are UNABLE to accept the following type of books:
Textbooks
Encyclopedias
Time-Life Books
Over-sized Coffee Table Books
Medical Books older than 5 years
Computer Books
Economy Books
We are UNABLE to accept books with:
Water damage
Torn or damaged bindings
Torn, marked or missing pages
If you have too many books to carry, come in to the store, and borrow one of our carts.
THANK YOU for your donations, which replenish our stock and keep our inventory fresh!
As always, we appreciate your support of the Books Around The Corner Bookstore.
You help us provide the necessary equipment and programs to the Sun City Libraries.
We couldn't do it without you!
You help us provide the necessary equipment and programs to the Sun City Libraries.
We couldn't do it without you!
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Friends of Sun City Libraries, Inc.
Sun City Library at the Bell Recreation Center
Home of Books Around the Corner
16828 N. 99th Avenue
Sun City, AZ 85351
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Friends of Sun City Libraries, Inc.
Sun City Library at the Bell Recreation Center
Home of Books Around the Corner
16828 N. 99th Avenue
Sun City, AZ 85351
If you know a friend who would like to receive our monthly NewsFlash, call the Bookstore
to put them on the email list.
How to Find Us
Look for the hallway (shown above) in the back of the library to the left.
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A short walk down the hallway will take you to the Bookstore entrance (shown above).
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Located in the Sun City Library - Bell Branch
Bell Recreation Center
16828 N. 99th Ave
Sun City, AZ 85351
(SW Corner of Bell Rd & 99th Ave)
602-651-2014 (Bookstore)
602-652-3000 (Library)
Bookstore Hours: Monday through Saturday 9:30am to 3:30pm
Summer Hours: July 1st - September 19th - Monday through Saturday 9:30am to 12:30pm
Bell Center Library Hours:
Monday 9:00am to 7pm
Tues - Sat 9:00am to 5pm
Closed on Sunday
Bell Recreation Center
16828 N. 99th Ave
Sun City, AZ 85351
(SW Corner of Bell Rd & 99th Ave)
602-651-2014 (Bookstore)
602-652-3000 (Library)
Bookstore Hours: Monday through Saturday 9:30am to 3:30pm
Summer Hours: July 1st - September 19th - Monday through Saturday 9:30am to 12:30pm
Bell Center Library Hours:
Monday 9:00am to 7pm
Tues - Sat 9:00am to 5pm
Closed on Sunday
