Located in the tiny town of Forsyth, Illinois is a large store that is any book lover's dream. For major readers, shopping for used books is like going antiquing. This used book warehouse is full of incredible deals on books, both old and new, and you never know what you're going to find. From fiction to self-help, this store has every genre you could possibly imagine. Are you ready to dive into a new literary adventure? Scroll on to learn more about why I think the Old Book Barn is one of the best bookstores in Illinois and should be on every bucket list travel plan itinerary.

Old Book Barn is a giant used book store in Central Illinois.

It is located in a small town just outside Decatur, and few people even know that it exists. Forsyth is a cute community of just barely 3,500 residents. This Macon County village was settled in the 1850s, and it certainly has a story to tell.

Spanning 14,000 square feet, this used book warehouse is a paradise of bargains and old books, CDs, DVDs, and even audiobooks.

The store, located at 126 US-51 in Forsyth, IL 62535, is a charming Illinois gem in an emerald building that you truly can't miss.

Old Book Barn features more than 250,000 different books in all genres and formats. Best sellers, self-help titles, biographies, cookbooks, how-to books, classical fiction, and much much more abound.

If you're a bibliophile, you will be in heaven at this local landmark. You truly never know what hidden gems are tucked away amidst their collections.

Like any bookstore, you'll find everything well-organized by genre or topic.

Children will find fun and adventure in the kids' books area while older readers will find more adult titles under history, spirituality, and other niche subjects. Don't be afraid to venture into new topics and genres. There is much to discover at this local landmark.

You never know what you'll find at this incredible bookshop. Unlike most bookstores, you may encounter some extra special helpers throughout the place.

Every once in a while you may find a cat sleeping among the stacks of books. These friendly faces make each visit so much more personal. And these cute Illinois critters only add to the relaxing atmosphere of the store.

This amazing used books warehouse is open daily and absolutely worth a visit.

What will you discover during your visit?

If you were to search for "used book warehouses near me," this spot/one of these spots would most certainly pop up at the top of the list!

Old Book Barn is located at 126 US-51, Forsyth, IL 62535, and you can get more information on the Old Book Barn Facebook page. If you've ever been to this awesome used book warehouse in Illinois, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your experiences and photos with us below in the comments.

After all of that reading, if you'd like to stretch your legs with a hike, you can find some great trails in and around the area by going to the AllTrails website.

Similarly, Illinois is also home to another don't-miss spot. Be sure to read Everyone In Illinois Should Visit This Amazing Antique Barn At Least Once.

https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/illinois/antique-barn-il/

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