Ethical Alternatives to ThriftBooks
Looking for a more sustainable option? We've ranked the highest-scoring ethical alternatives to ThriftBooksin the same categories — backed by independent certifications and verified retailers.
TL;DR
The top ethical alternative to ThriftBooks is Braiding Sweetgrass by Milkweed Editions (94/100). Runners-up: Better World Books Gift Card (Better World Books), The World of Better Books Subscription (Better World Books), The Hidden Life of Trees (Illustrated Edition) (Greystone Books).
Robin Wall Kimmerer's essential text on Indigenous wisdom and plants, published by a non-profit press dedicated to transformative literature.
An industry leader in circular economy bookselling, Better World Books diverts millions of titles from landfills while funding global literacy initiatives through every purchase.
A socially responsible bookselling giant that utilizes a 'for-profit social enterprise' model to fund global literacy and provide a second life for used books.
A visually stunning, sustainably produced hardcover that explores the social networks of forests through eco-conscious publishing practices.
Milkweed Editions
Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants
$$A non-profit published work by Robin Wall Kimmerer that bridges indigenous knowledge and western science on 100% recycled paper.
A Booker Prize-winning novel printed on responsibly sourced paper by a publishing house with increasingly robust climate commitments and carbon-neutral goals.
An exhaustive, independently published underground classic on mycology that emphasizes grassroots environmentalism and self-sufficiency.
ThriftBooks products we compared
A champion of the circular economy, ThriftBooks saves millions of books from landfills annually while providing an affordable, eco-friendly alternative to buying new media.
Frequently asked about ThriftBooks alternatives
What is the best ethical alternative to ThriftBooks?+
Braiding Sweetgrass by Milkweed Editions tops our ranking with an ethics score of 94/100.
Why look for alternatives to ThriftBooks?+
Shoppers seek alternatives for stronger third-party certifications, cleaner ingredients, more transparent supply chains, less packaging or better labor practices than the original brand offers.
Are these alternatives vegan and cruelty-free?+
Many carry Vegan and Leaping Bunny certifications. Each listing displays its exact verified certifications.