Indie BookSellers

Independent bookstore in Des Moines

Plain Talk Books & Coffee

Plain Talk Books & Coffee is an independently owned, brick-and-mortar bookstore serving the Des Moines reader community. Its strengths include used books, coffee, breakfast and lunch, literature, history, social sciences, neighborhood culture, and affordable browsing.

Independently owned Des Moines, IA Online ordering

About Plain Talk Books & Coffee

Plain Talk Books & Coffee is an independently owned, brick-and-mortar bookstore serving the Des Moines reader community. Readers visit for used books, coffee, breakfast and lunch, literature, history, social sciences, neighborhood culture, and affordable browsing. The shop provides a local alternative for discovery, knowledgeable recommendations, special ordering when available, and direct support of the region’s literary life.

This profile is part of the Indie BookSellers directory of independently owned, brick-and-mortar bookstores. Store inventory changes frequently, so contact the bookseller with a title or ISBN when you are looking for a specific edition.

Books, specialties, and services

Service

Café Online ordering

Format

Used books

Store hours

Current hours have not yet been independently verified.

Hours can change for holidays, events, and seasonal schedules. Check the bookstore’s official website or call before making a special trip.

Accessibility information

Detailed accessibility information has not yet been verified.

Please contact the bookstore to ask about step-free entry, aisle width, seating, accessible restrooms, parking, service animals, or other accommodations.

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