The Book Exchange has been praised by over 20 publications, including the New York Times. Awards and commendations are listed below.
| Marin Economic Commission Award of Excellence, for outstanding example of Environmental Values for Marin County | 2004 |
| Marin Community Foundation Earth Day Every Day award | 1996 |
| Marin County Office of Education Marin County School Boards Association Golden Bell Award, special recognition | 1994 |
| Tiburon Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Merit Award | 1993 |
| Del Norte County Unified School District Certificate of Appreciation for sponsoring school programs that foster excellence in academics and citizenship. | 1990 |
| National Environmental Awards Council (Renew America) Environmental Achievement Award | 1990 |
| U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region IX Commendation for achievement in municipal solid waste recycling | 1990 |
Additional Awards for the The Book Exchange founder (Marilyn Nemzer):
Jefferson Award for Public Service, 2009
Point of Light Celebration honoree, recognition as one of 25 top volunteers in S.F. Bay Area, 2005
Tiburon-Belvedere Rotary Club and Chamber of Commerce, recognition for community service, 1996
Marin County Commission on the Status of Women Certificate of Recognition, 1993
Marin County Volunteer of the Year, 1988