Your first visit to To Be Read: what to know

First time stopping by? Welcome. To Be Readis a used bookstore in Milwaukie, OR that’s been part of the community for over 45 years. Here’s everything you need for a smooth first visit.

Where to find us & when

We’re at 7931 SE King Rd, Ste 1, with free parking right out front. Check our current hours and directionsbefore you head over — it’s a quick trip from Portland, Clackamas, Oak Grove, and Lake Oswego.

What you’ll find inside

Thousands of used books across every section — fiction, classics, romantasy, mystery, sci-fi, kids’, and nonfiction — at used-book prices. Take your time; browsing slowly is the whole point.

Bringing books to trade?

You can turn books you’re done with into store credit. If it’s your first time trading, read how trade-in credit works first so you know what we tend to look for — then browse while we go through your stack.

Not sure what to get?

Just ask — we love a good recommendation. Or prime the pump before you arrive: tell our Next Read Matchmaker what you last loved and walk in with a short list.

Make a day of it

Pair your visit with coffee and a riverside walk — see our book lover’s day out in Milwaukie and our favorite cozy reading spots nearby.