Books-A-Million Celebrates National Read Across America Day through Expanding Same-Day Delivery

Books-A-Million rolls out same-day delivery across hundreds of locations nationwide

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Just in time for National Read Across America Day on March 2, Books-A-Million is turning a page by rolling out same-day delivery to customers nationwide with Walmart GoLocal. Customers who place online orders between February 29^th to March 9^th will receive a $5 off $25 coupon and a free reusable tote.

“We are excited to offer the convenience and speed of same-day delivery across our entire chain of Books-A-Million stores nationwide,” said Pete Zophy, senior vice president of e-commerce at Books-A-Million. "Our commitment to providing exceptional service and value is at the forefront of everything we do, and this new offering is just one more way we are delivering on that promise."

For customers looking for their next favorite read, Books-A-Million has compiled a list of 100 Top Selling books available for same-day delivery. Customers can place their order online for books like:

• A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
• Holly by Stephen King
• Murtagh by Christopher Paolini
• Atomic Habits by James Clear
• Chainsaw Man Boxed Set by Tatsuki Fujimoto

To place an order, customers can simply visit booksamillion.com and select the “Same-Day Delivery” option during checkout. The order will then be picked up by a delivery driver and dropped off at the customer’s desired location. Orders placed before 3 p.m. will be delivered same-day, and orders placed after 3 p.m. will be delivered next-day on thousands of products that are in stock in a nearby store, including all top-selling books, toys, games, and collectibles.

Books-A-Million announced same-day delivery for customers last year, and this expansion is a continuation of the retailer’s efforts to deliver the joy of reading and a frictionless e-commerce experience to customers across America. Books-A-Million deliveries are enabled by Walmart GoLocal, Walmart’s last-mile delivery service.

“As a mother and busy professional, reading is an important way for me to unwind and connect with my family. Being able to get books and other items delivered same-day is a game-changer for me and so many families,” said Rina Hurst, vice president, Walmart GoLocal. “We join Books-A-Million in celebrating National Read Across America Day and are thrilled to continue the story of our partnership by helping them deliver for their customers.”

For more information on Walmart GoLocal, visit www.walmartgolocal.com. For more information on Books-A-Million, visit booksamillion.com.