I love this bookstore! I live out of town, so I've only shopped at Storyhouse a couple of times, but every visit has been filled with lovely conversations with fellow book lovers -- employees and customers alike -- great selections, and a new book (or two)! The store has great mix of popular books, the newest publications, and lesser-know titles that you'll love, as well as stickers, notebooks, and other little gifts for literary lovers. You are free to roam and browse as long as you want (or as long as you can resist the scents of Cinnaholic next door!) Storyhouse very much embraces the East Village vibe and community, too, which makes me love it even more! Please visit and support...
Read moreHad an absolutely wonderful experience this evening at Storyhouse Bookpub! This store is beautiful in every way! They offer a wide variety of books that would please all readers; no matter age or genre preferences. I limited myself to two books but could have left with my own little library. The owner, Abby is also very knowledgeable and you can tell that she is passionate about reading. It is also beautifully organized and the aesthetic is perfect! I am so happy that I just so happened to stumble past this little honey hole tonight and will be buying all of my new books here! Support local and keep...
Read moreI've visited hundreds of bookstores, and Storyhouse Bookpub is one of the best. A fantastic children's section, brand new releases, a curated Iowa author section, monthly book selections that focus on community celebrations (Pride Month, AAPI Month, National Hispanic Heritage Month), and frequent best-selling author visits and readings makes it easy for me to label it as a top-tier bookstore. Abbey and her staff go above and beyond curating recommendations and they ALWAYS have wonderful book suggestions when I ask for a certain genre or vibe. I guarantee you'll leave with one if not an armful of...
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