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Austin Public Library’s one-day sale runs Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Twin Oaks Branch. The library also accepts book donations of up to two bags or boxes anytime.

All times are local to the venue · America/Chicago
Children’s books are 50 cents, paperbacks $1 and hardcovers $2 at the Twin Oaks Winter Book Sale. Entry is free, but the posted prices are not a buying list: Austin Public Library has not published titles or quantities for this sale.
The sale has three posted prices: 50 cents for children’s books, $1 for paperbacks and $2 for hardcovers. These are book prices, not an admission charge; the event is free and open to the public.
The listing does not provide a title list, quantities or prices for other categories, and it does not say which payment methods are accepted. If you have a particular book in mind or need to confirm how to pay, call Twin Oaks Branch at 512-974-9980 before visiting.
Further reading: Twin Oaks Winter Book Sale | Austin Public Library ↗ · Twin Oaks Branch | Austin Public Library ↗
Money raised through Austin Public Library’s book sales goes to benefit the library. The event listing also says the library accepts book donations of up to two bags or boxes anytime. If you plan to bring a donation to Twin Oaks, call the branch to confirm drop-off arrangements.
Further reading: Twin Oaks Winter Book Sale | Austin Public Library ↗ · Twin Oaks Branch | Austin Public Library ↗
The sale listing points to small Recycled Reads book sections at library locations as an ongoing way to buy used books. That is different from the standalone Recycled Reads Bookstore, which Austin Public Library lists as permanently closed. The library says used books are still available at the APL Shop and its branches.
Further reading: Twin Oaks Winter Book Sale | Austin Public Library ↗ · Locations & Hours | Austin Public Library ↗

Austin Public Library’s calendar also lists a Windsor Park Winter Book Sale on Saturday, Dec. 5, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Windsor Park Branch, 5833 Westminster Dr. It is a separate event at another branch, not an additional session at Twin Oaks.
Further reading: Book Sales | Austin Public Library ↗
The sale runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. local time.
Twin Oaks Winter Book Sale | Austin Public Library ↗ · Book Sales | Austin Public Library ↗
Find the sale at 1800 S. Fifth St., Austin. The branch phone number is 512-974-9980.
Twin Oaks Winter Book Sale | Austin Public Library ↗ · Twin Oaks Branch | Austin Public Library ↗
Admission is free and open to the public. Listed prices are 50 cents for children’s books, $1 for paperbacks and $2 for hardcovers.
Austin Public Library says it accepts book donations of up to two bags or boxes anytime. Call Twin Oaks Branch if you need to confirm how to make a drop-off there.
Twin Oaks Winter Book Sale | Austin Public Library ↗ · Twin Oaks Branch | Austin Public Library ↗
The event listing gives 512-974-7400 for accessibility accommodation requests. It does not describe specific access facilities.
The confirmed event location is Twin Oaks Branch, 1800 S. Fifth St., Austin. The official event and branch listings do not specify parking, transit options or an event entrance. Use the map links to calculate directions from your starting point.
Twin Oaks Winter Book Sale | Austin Public Library ↗ · Twin Oaks Branch | Austin Public Library ↗
No title list, quantities or accepted payment methods are provided. Call Twin Oaks Branch at 512-974-9980 if selection or payment details affect your plans.
Twin Oaks Winter Book Sale | Austin Public Library ↗ · Twin Oaks Branch | Austin Public Library ↗
Austin Public Library says it accepts up to two bags or boxes anytime. Call Twin Oaks Branch to confirm drop-off arrangements there.
Twin Oaks Winter Book Sale | Austin Public Library ↗ · Twin Oaks Branch | Austin Public Library ↗
Yes. The library points to small Recycled Reads sections at library locations and says used books are available at the APL Shop and branches. The standalone Recycled Reads Bookstore is permanently closed.
Twin Oaks Winter Book Sale | Austin Public Library ↗ · Locations & Hours | Austin Public Library ↗
1800 S. Fifth St., Austin, TX
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