Welcome to the Book Shelf

We are an independent bookstore in Idaho Falls, Idaho. We sell new and used books, puzzles, and gifts.

We offer cash or trade credit for your gently-used books. Please see the “Used Book Buying Policy” tab for more information.

575 3rd Street, Idaho Falls, ID

Our hours:

Monday-Friday: 10 am – 5 pm

Saturday: 10 am – 6 pm

Sunday: 12 pm- 4 pm

You can also find us on Facebook and Instagram. Just search for The Book Shelf. 

The genres we sell include general adult fiction, classics, sci-fi/fantasy, mystery, Westerns, romance, children’s, young adult, religious fiction, history, science, mind/body/spirit, true crime, biography/autobiography/memoir, foreign language, DIY, mechanics, religion, Bibles, music (including sheet music), crafts, education, humor, manga, games, Western Americana, cookbooks, travel, business, and more. We have over 13,000 books!

SHOP

We sell primarily used books, but we have a smattering of new books as well. Our selection is always changing, and we are devoted to the fun and serendipity of finding just the right book.

New books: Find us at https://bookshop.org/shop/thebookshelfif. When you purchase new books, the books will be shipped directly to you, and the Book Shelf earns 30% of the sale in the process. Just be sure your webpage says “The Book Shelf” in the upper-left corner. It’s a win-win!

Confused about Bookshop? Watch this video to learn more.

Audio books: Libro.fm is a wonderful audiobook app that benefits independent bookstores. Find us at https://libro.fm/thebookshelfif. When you purchase audio books from Libro.fm using this link, you support the Book Shelf.