Bookchor: Making Reading Accessible, One Box at a Time

Remember that feeling when you found a book you absolutely had to read, but the price tag made your wallet cry? Bookchor.com, a Haryana-based company, is changing that narrative, making pre-loved books available across India and inspiring a love for reading in every corner of the country.

Conceptualized in 2015 by co-founder Vidyut Sharma, Bookchor aimed to tackle two major hurdles for Indian readers: expensive books and the difficulty of finding rare titles. They envisioned a world where everyone could easily access quality literature, and thus, Bookchor.com, an online platform for pre-loved books in excellent condition, was born.

Bookchor’s most exciting innovation is the “Lock the Box” event. Imagine filling a box with as many books as you can fit for a fixed, affordable price! This unique concept, which debuted in Delhi in 2017, has since toured over 38 cities, including Tier-II locations like Bhopal and Indore, and major hubs like Mumbai, Bangalore, and Kolkata. Kolkata, in particular, holds a special place in Sharma’s heart, being hailed as a “class monitor” when it comes to readership due to its unbeatable enthusiasm for books.

The Lock the Box concept has even gone digital, allowing book lovers to fill their virtual boxes on the Bookchor website and have pre-loved treasures delivered right to their doorsteps. They have strict rules about the books they curate, ensuring no pirated copies or school textbooks are sold. Beyond selling, Bookchor also helps readers declutter their bookshelves. Their app, available on PlayStore, allows users to sell their old books.

Bookchor even arranges for doorstep pickup, making it incredibly convenient. This brilliant initiative not only gives pre-loved books a new lease on life but also helps readers make space for new literary adventures. Bookchor is more than just a bookstore; it’s a movement to ignite a passion for reading and make India “literally wise again.” By prioritizing affordability and accessibility, they are truly becoming the “Robinhood of the world of books,” bringing the magic of reading to everyone.

Visit: bookchor.com