MOOSE JAW — The final chapter of Post Horizon Booksellers is coming quickly, as the business has recruited the Friends of the Library to help sell off the remaining in-store inventory.
The special book sale at 57 High Street West takes place on Friday, Sept. 5 and Saturday, Sept. 6, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. There will be thousands of non-fiction and fiction books available to purchase for $2, with all sales by cash.
Bookworms are encouraged to bring their own bags or boxes to carry away the treasures they find on the shelves.
The Friends of the Library will use the proceeds from the sale to support the Moose Jaw Public Library’s collections and programs, as well as help with any required equipment purchases or upgrades.
Anne Warriner, a spokeswoman for the Friends, said the group was “definitely delighted” when store owner Nelson Reid reached out and asked if it would help him get rid of his inventory, since he planned to close the storefront and focus on online orders.
Warriner noted that Reid has a huge collection of non-fiction titles that cover a wide range of topics, but no children’s titles, which may be a drawback for some. However, she expected customers to snap up many books regardless.
“It’s unfortunate for Moose Jaw to no longer have a used bookstore. It was popular with people here and in the area,” she said. “Moose Jaw will miss it hugely.”
Warriner said she occasionally purchased a book from Post Horizon Booksellers, and with a laugh, pointed out that as a former librarian, she mostly borrows items instead of buying them.
“We’re just very grateful to Nelson for thinking of us and giving us this opportunity,” she added.
Post Horizon Booksellers can be reached at 306-693-4243 or [email protected].
