Walls of Books (Ankeny)

Update: I added some photos of a date with my little. We chatted with the owner, and I talked about how I took my oldest here when she was a toddler 7 years ago - a year after they first opened! Also, this is MUCH bigger than it looks from the outside! This is our go to store for all things bookish and giftable. The staff is amazing, and they have a great selection of used books if you're on a budget as well as new in children and adult, fiction and non fiction, and everything in between. They also have a great selection of toys perfect for stocking stuffers, prize bins, or rainy day screen free family activities. We have learned to keep a wish list of books on my phone so we're ready in case we pop in during one of their amazing sales. Last one was something like buy 10 books get 5 free. You can also save 50% on used books by trading in your own gently used books for credit. This has been clutch for last minute birthdays as many of the used books look almost new! I'm actually writing this review on a stormy morning to pass the time til they open. We plan to give them a call or visits to see if they have Thunder Cake by Patricia Polacco. It's a great rainy day read aloud. Last but not least, this is the PERFECT spot for sweet one on one time with your child. Shop around for books or a game and then cross the street to enjoy your new purchases together at a coffee or bagel shop.

I found this book shop by chance as I was waiting for a dentist appointment nearby. It is a super cool little shop that is very cozy and inviting. I didn't want to take a bunch of pictures of the layout, but there are chairs set up so you can sit down and enjoy your books. I am going to be back with my kids to browse and purchase! They also have a trade-in program for used books and store credit which I did include a photo of. This reminds me of my childhood when I used to go to a similar store with my grandma!

I love going into Walls of Books! They have super friendly staff, and are always willing to help you find anything you might need. Isa is always great to see and she is the cutest girl there is! The owner is really nice and has always been there to help with any questions I may have!

First time in the store and it is SO cool!! I was just wandering around and fell in love. I didn’t realize how large the store is. Everything was so organized. I discovered that they have this really cool exchange program where you can bring used books and redeem them for credit. I will absolutely be coming back one day to partake in this program. Another thing that intrigued me was their blind date with a book. It wasn’t your typical blind date, it includes a pen, stickers, and other goodies. I’m so happy I stumbled upon this place. :D