How to Find Bookseller in Stardew Valley: Complete Book List
The Bookseller brings a fresh dimension to Stardew Valley with the introduction of skill-enhancing books and unique powers. This traveling merchant offers valuable additions that can significantly improve gameplay through various bonuses and skill improvements. In this article, we will show you the Bookseller’s location and all the books you can purchase from him.
How to Find Bookseller in Stardew Valley
The Bookseller Marcello appears in Pelican Town twice every season on random dates. These visits are marked by a hot air balloon icon on the calendar outside Pierre’s General Store. A notification stating “The Bookseller is in town today” appears when Marcello arrives.
To find Marcello’s shop, you need to head to the northeastern part of Pelican Town. After you pass Pierre’s store, keep traveling east. Then, cross the river and look for the stairs that lead up near JojaMart. You will find the shop at the top of these stairs. Remember that the shop only stay open from 6 AM to 2 AM during visit days.
Complete Book List and Effects in Stardew Valley
Here’s a comprehensive list of available books and their effects:
| Book Name | Effect | Price |
| Animal Catalogue | Access Marnie’s shop anytime | 5,000g at Marnie’s (Year 2+) |
| Bait and Bobber | Fishing experience boost | 5,000-10,000g |
| Book of Mysteries | Higher Mystery Box chance | Golden Mystery Boxes |
| Book of Stars | All skills experience boost | 15,000g |
| Combat Quarterly | Combat experience boost | 5,000-10,000g |
| Dwarvish Safety Manual | 25% less bomb damage | 4,000g (Dwarf Shop) |
| Friendship 101 | Faster friendship gains | 20,000g (Year 3+) |
| Horse: The Book | Increased horse speed | 25,000g |
| Jack Be Nimble | +1 Defense | 20,000g (Year 3+) |
| Mining Monthly | Mining experience boost | 5,000-10,000g |
| Monster Compendium | Double monster loot chance | 20,000g (Year 3+) |
| Price Catalogue | See item values | 3,000g |
| Queen of Sauce Cookbook | Learn missing recipes | 50,000g (100 Walnuts) |
| Stardew Valley Almanac | Farming experience boost | 5,000-10,000g |
| The Alleyway Buffet | Better trash items | 20,000g (Year 3+) |
| Way of the Wind pt. 1 | Movement speed boost | 15,000g |
| Way of the Wind pt. 2 | Additional speed boost | 35,000g |
| Woodcutter’s Weekly | Foraging experience boost | 5,000-10,000g |
Books purchased provide permanent effects that enhance your gameplay in various ways, from increased movement speed to better item values. For optimal results, start collecting books early and prioritize purchases based on your own gameplay style and immediate needs.
Some books like the Price Catalogue offer immediate practical benefits while others provide long-term advantages through skill improvements or special abilities.
Book Trading System
The Bookseller offers a unique trading system where duplicate books can be exchanged for various items:
- Fairy Dust x8: Trade Book of Stars
- Monster Musk x1: Trade Combat Quarterly
- Deluxe Bait x30: Trade Bait and Bobber
- Coal x20: Trade Mining Monthly
- Wood x100: Trade Woodcutter’s Weekly
A reminder for you, the Bookseller’s shop can overlap with festivals including the Night Market, Desert Festival, Trout Derby, and SquidFest. The shop remains accessible during these events! Happy shopping!
