Lost & Bound
Used Books

There’s something powerful about walking into a bookstore. The scent of old pages. The quiet hum of discovery. The feeling that every shelf holds a spark of something life-changing.

At Lost & Bound, we don’t just sell used books—we give stories a second life. And we believe, now more than ever, that bookstores matter.

💬 They Keep Literature Alive

Books are time machines. Mirrors. Escape hatches. They connect us to worlds far beyond our own and help us understand the one we’re in.

In a world moving fast—and scrolling even faster—bookstores invite people to slow down. To engage. To listen.

When you browse a bookstore, you’re not just buying a product. You’re choosing to keep literature, storytelling, and critical thinking alive in your community.

🌍 They Make Reading Accessible

New books are expensive. We get it. That’s why we stock pre-loved titles that are affordable, diverse, and full of heart. We believe that everyone—regardless of age, income, or background—deserves access to a good story.

By offering books at low prices, we lower the barrier to entry. We say, you belong here, even if you don’t have $30 for a hardcover.

🌱 They’re Good for the Planet

Used books don’t belong in landfills.

By rehoming and recirculating stories, we’re reducing waste and minimizing the environmental impact of publishing. Every book you buy secondhand is a vote for sustainability—and a love letter to the earth.

We think that’s pretty magical. Plus, anything that doesn’t meet our standards

🚫 They Push Back Against Censorship

We’re living in a time when book banning and censorship are on the rise. Stories are being pulled from shelves simply because they’re honest, inclusive, or challenging.

But bookstores—especially independent and used bookstores—are a safe haven for stories of all kinds. We carry books that stir conversation, hold up mirrors, and say what needs to be said.

Bookstores are freedom spaces. We curate consciously. We resist quietly. We protect stories that others are trying to silence.

❤️ They Build Community

A good bookstore isn’t just a shop—it’s a gathering place.

It’s where people meet up, swap recommendations, fall into conversation over a shared favorite, or sip something fizzy while thumbing through a paperback.

We’re building Lost & Bound to be that kind of space: where books are affordable, voices are valued, and joy is the through-line.

So Why Do Bookstores Matter?

Because stories matter.
Because access matters.
Because in a world trying to silence some voices, we choose to amplify them.

Thank you for being part of our story. And thank you for helping us keep stories alive—one shelf, one sip, one soul at a time.

Until the next chapter,
– Lyndsey, Founder of Lost & Bound