Charity bookshops have been proliferating in the UK, often perceived to compete with traditional second-hand shops. However, user comments suggest that many second-hand shops survive partly due to their curated selections, online selling capabilities, and adaptability to market changes regarding location (moving to areas with lower rent). In Australia, the landscape appears different, with fewer specialized charity bookshops. Users highlight concerns over the quality of book offerings in charity shops compared to established second-hand bookstores and observe a general decline in both new and second-hand stores. The conversation touches on broader implications of e-commerce and shifting consumer behavior on brick-and-mortar bookstores, as well as how charity shops might alter the character of local communities, impacting the market dynamics for books.