College is Daunting.

Selling books can be a tricky endeavor. You want to maximize your financial return but also don’t have time to mess around with flakey buyers; I mean, you have some spring break activities to partake in after all.

So what are the best ways to sell your books after classes end? We have listed five of the best resources for selling your books and finding inexpensive books when the next quarter or semester starts.

1. The Campus Bookstore- Your campus most likely has a bookstore, and oftentimes, they will repurchase your book unless they have suddenly and without warning moved onto the next version, which means you’re stuck with it. While the campus bookstore is often an easy choice when selling your textbooks, they often offer pennies on the dollar. The campus bookstore is a retail operation, and they must have margins to turn a profit, so if you want to maximize your financial return, maybe explore another option.

2. Craigslist- Everyone is familiar with craigslist; it’s a great option whether you want to buy and sell textbooks or pick up a futon for your new off-campus living space. While Craigslist is a great online marketplace, it can sometimes be a hassle dealing with flakey people. If you are going to go the Craigslist route, be prepared to wait for a serious buyer, but you can set your own price, at least with Craigslist.

3. CampusKnot Books– College students have many responsibilities to manage, and campusknot is a cool social tool to help you do it. It allows you to connect with fellow students and your professors and your manage classes. It also has a marketplace for both selling and buying textbooks. You may be competing with more people for book sales, but it guarantees people will be looking specifically for what you are selling, and much like Craigslist allows you to set your own price and maximize return.

4. eBay- There are many things for sale on eBay, and it can be a fun place to go look for obscure items you won’t find anywhere else. It is also a good platform for selling used items to the highest bidder. While it is safe and secure and usually takes minimal effort to sell your textbooks. The only downside is that you will be required to ship the book, so make sure you take that time and effort into account when pricing your items.

5. Powell’s Books- This hip independent bookstore in Portland, Oregon, is gigantic and amazing. Selling your books to Powell’s is a great option for those that want to support an independent retailer and don’t want to go through the hassle of waiting to find a buyer. However, selling to Powell’s has some of the same drawbacks as selling to a campus bookstore, including retail margins and having to ship your books.

Remember when selling your books that you have several options, make sure to think about what makes the most sense for you, and always study hard and have fun!