Puddinhead Books

Welcome to Beasley Books! We specialize in rare books including modern first edition books, African-American studies, Jazz, Blues, illustrated books, labor history, and psychiatry. We have one of the largest inventories of hard to find and out of print book collections on Jazz and Blues in the United States. If you are looking for a book and cannot find it here, email us and we will try to find it for you. For more information, call us today!

Books 4 Cause is a nonprofit organization based in Skokie, IL, dedicated to donating books to transform lives and support literacy initiatives. Since its inception in 2009, it has successfully delivered over 4 million books to various communities, including 120 African libraries, while keeping these resources out of landfills. The organization offers convenient book donation options, including drop-off locations and pickup services in select cities. With a strong commitment to community engagement, Books 4 Cause operates a free bookstore and organizes events like Poetry Day, all supported by a dedicated team of volunteers. Generated from the website

Frugal Muse Books, located in Darien, IL, has been a cherished community hub for over 20 years, offering a diverse selection of new and gently used books, music, and movies. The bookstore fosters a unique and welcoming atmosphere where literature lovers, creatives, and local residents gather to explore enriching stories and participate in various events, including book signings and open mic nights. Under the ownership of Paul and Robyn Garrison since 2014, Frugal Muse Books has renewed its commitment to being a local independent bookstore, encouraging customers to recycle gently used items while discovering their next great read. With a vibrant calendar of activities, the store solidifies its role as a lively community center, always bustling with something exciting for everyone. Generated from the website