Founded with a simple goal in mind—to make textbooks more accessible—After the Book is an online bookstore dedicated to helping college students save time, money, and stress. Based in Loveland, Colorado, we’ve been supporting learners across the country for nearly a decade with affordable, high-quality textbooks in both digital and print formats.

Our mission is to make knowledge no longer expensive.

We’re here to remove the barriers between students and the resources they need to succeed. By offering textbooks in both physical and digital formats at lower prices, we empower students to learn without compromise. We also believe in sustainability—by promoting the reuse of physical textbooks and offering digital alternatives, we’re helping reduce waste and lower the carbon footprint of higher education.

Our vision is to create a world where knowledge is never out of reach—a future where every student, regardless of background or budget, has affordable and immediate access to the educational tools they need to thrive.

We aim to be the trusted partner for students nationwide by continually expanding our catalog, embracing innovative learning formats, and championing a more sustainable, inclusive, and affordable academic experience.