How to Find the Bookseller in Stardew Valley 1.6

The Bookseller is a new merchant introduced in update 1.6. A visiting merchant from afar, he carries a wide variety of expensive books. This is how to find the Bookseller in Stardew Valley 1.6, as well as his inventory.

Where to Find the Bookseller in Stardew Valley

The Bookseller is a special merchant that appears in town twice a season. The days he shows up are randomized when the season changes. This can make it hard to track him down, but there is an easy way to figure out when he’ll set up shop.

The two days the Bookseller will appear in Pelican Town are marked on the calendar. As soon as you start a fresh game, you can head to Pierre’s to see when that is. Look for the hot air balloon icon, which symbolizes the merchant.

On the day he sets up shop, you’ll receive a popup alert when you wake up. This is a nice reminder in case you lose track of the days. To find him, head into town. There’ll be a sign to the right of Pierre’s showing where to go. You’ll see his balloon and shop set up above Joja Mart, in the small clearing above the stairs.

Bookseller Inventory in Stardew Valley

The Bookseller doesn’t carry normal books like those you can find in the Museum. The tomes you can purchase are Skill Book, offering different benefits once read. Like the days he appears, the inventory he offers is randomized.

• Bait and Bobber: Read this to gain some fishing experience.
  • Cost: 5,000 coins
• Mining Monthly: Read this to gain some mining experience.
  • Cost: 10,000 coins
• Combat Quarterly: Read this to gain some combat experience.
  • Cost: 8,000 coins
• Way of the Wind pt. 1: You run a little bit faster.
  • Cost: 15,000 coins
• Horse: The Book: You gain a little extra speed when riding a horse.
  • Cost: 25,000 coins
• Woodcutter’s Weekly: Read this to gain some foraging experience.
  • Cost: 8,000 coins
• Price Catalogue: You can now see the value of your items.
  • Cost: 3,000 coins
• Ol’ Slitherlegs: You will now run a lot faster through grass and crops.
  • Cost: 25,000 coins

That’s how to find the Bookseller in Stardew Valley 1.6, along with his inventory of magical books. If you’re wondering about getting multiple pets, what the best changes are, or what Blue Grass is good for, head over to our guide hub for assistance.