The Green Read

The Green Read Located in downtown Crystal Lake, The Green Read carries 1000s of high quality gently used books.

Kids love our scarecrow!  And they'll love all of our Halloween books, too!
09/24/2026

Kids love our scarecrow! And they'll love all of our Halloween books, too!

We're always told to not judge a book by its cover.  But every one of these covers makes these books look so enticing!  ...
09/20/2026

We're always told to not judge a book by its cover. But every one of these covers makes these books look so enticing! It would be hard to say "no" to any of them! Don't you agree?

Stop by The Green Spot this week!
09/14/2026

Stop by The Green Spot this week!

The last day of The Green Spot will be Saturday, September 19th. Before we move out, we're having a clearance sale. Our books and DVDs are free for all, but donations are encouraged and always welcome. See you at The Green Spot this week.

Our Fall window displays are some of our favorites here at The Green Read.  We hope you like them, too!
09/10/2026

Our Fall window displays are some of our favorites here at The Green Read. We hope you like them, too!

Do you love watching and learning about birds?  If so, now is a great time to get into that hobby as Fall migration seas...
09/03/2026

Do you love watching and learning about birds? If so, now is a great time to get into that hobby as Fall migration season is revving up. And we have some fabulous books to help you with your hobby. Stop in!

The Green Spot in Woodstock is having a $5 bag sale this week. Head over to Woodstock Square Mall and stock up on books!...
09/02/2026

The Green Spot in Woodstock is having a $5 bag sale this week. Head over to Woodstock Square Mall and stock up on books!

The Green Spot, Woodstock Square Mall
Monday – Saturday | 10am-4pm

Have you heard from friends or family members about how much they love to read Louise Penny's books?  They are so good! ...
08/28/2026

Have you heard from friends or family members about how much they love to read Louise Penny's books? They are so good! And we now have the first 6 mysteries that she wrote about the town of Three Pines in Canada and the many interesting characters that live there. Hurry in if you'd like to buy these books as they won't last long!

Finished your summer reading or need a break from books? We've got puzzles at The Green Read too! Check out our themed p...
08/25/2026

Finished your summer reading or need a break from books? We've got puzzles at The Green Read too! Check out our themed puzzles and enjoy a change of pace. 🧩

08/20/2026
We are voted a Best of the Fox Bookstore for 2025!
08/20/2026

We are voted a Best of the Fox Bookstore for 2025!

We’re thrilled to announce that The Green Read has been named a Best of the Fox 2025 winner!

This recognition means so much to us because it comes from the community we’re proud to serve. Thank you to everyone who voted, supported us, shopped with us, recommended us, and helped make The Green Read what it is today.

Address

61 North Williams Street
Crystal Lake, IL
60014

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+17792204945

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