Paperback Swap N Shop is a small town used and new bookstore which opened in 1971. We had always mailed books for our customers to thier loved ones in Texas Prisons. In the mid 1990's we began accepting orders for books working directly with prisoners by mail. 

Customers asked and we responded. We added phone, mail and this web site for families and freinds IMailToPrison.Com is now offering stationary, puzzles, calendars and more to come!

Paperback Swap N Shop is  now mailing 20,000 books to Texas Prison Inmates each year.

We offer:

  • Grab Bags- 3 linear feet of books!
  • Used Book Sets- priced on line with free shipping!
  • New Books - from this site or by special request.
  • TDCJ Approved Paper, Envelopes, Composition Books and Journals.
  • Calendars and Puzzles. 
  • Used books pulled from our store shelves.
  • Search and order services for rare/technical or other special books, additional fees will apply. 

Personal Services

  • Real People to answer your questions.
  • Fast Shipping- 1 to 3 business days.
  • Delivery Confirmation - track your order on line.
  • Follow up on any post order questions.

Impersonal Services

  • Download forms, information letter, and FAQ using FYI links
  • Links to support and information services can be found on the bookstore site.