A "book scout" refers to a person who searches for valuable or rare books to buy or sell. They may visit bookstores, garage sales, or other places to find books that could be worth a lot of money to collectors or enthusiasts. Full definition
This App takes live mobile book scouting to a whole new level. (ibookseller.net)
He began his career as an international book scout in 1993, has worked as a journalist covering the book beat and has been a literary agent since 2002. (literary-agents.com)
Working with book scouts, and literary agents is another exciting adventure. (bookgoodieskids.com)