Arbutus Books

Nanaimo's Favourite
Used Bookstore
for Over 30 Years

Vancouver Island's Most Affordable Used Books

“So often, a visit to a bookshop has cheered me, and reminded me that there are good things in the world.” ― Vincent van Gogh

About Arbutus Quality
Used Books

Arbutus Quality Used Books Nanaimo is proud to offer Nanaimo's most reasonably priced used books. 

Many of our pocket books are priced as low as $1! 

Arbutus Books is Nanaimo’s longest-running used bookstore. Over 30+ years of service, owner Neal Brown, has made a name for himself as one of downtown Nanaimo’s friendliest business owners.

Neal’s always loved books. Growing up, he listened to the tales of his uncle Virgil, who ran a used bookstore for many years in Philadelphia. By 1993, Neal had amassed such a large personal collection of books, he decided to open a bookstore. 

He loves to get the community reading, and always runs his store with a story and a smile.

Buy Books Tax-Free. 

Cash Only.

➼ Fiction ➼ Non-Fiction ➼ Foreign Language ➼ Comics ➼ Vintage ➼ DVD & Blu-Ray ➼ and Much More

Stack of vintage used books at Arbutus Used books Nanaimo used bookstore

Our Used Book Collections

Arbutus Quality Used Books Nanaimo is the community hub for low-cost, eclectic collections.

  • Fiction
  • Non-Fiction
  • Marine
  • Outdoors
  • Vintage
  • Collectibles
  • Foreign Language
  • Comics
  • Graphic Novels
  • Mystery
  • Science Fiction
  • Canadiana
  • DVD’s & Blu-Rays
  • and Lots More!

Our Shelves Move Quickly!
Check in Store to See the Latest Used Book Selection

Contact

  • Store Hours: 
    Monday – Saturday: 1pm – 4pm
    Sunday: Closed

Book Request Form

Book Request Form