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Help A Mind Thrive Keep A Book
4626 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50315, United States
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Help A Mind Thrive Keep A Book
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Mi
Review №1

There are many books, dvds, and records all pre-owned. Very nice lady and cats answers questions to there best. You can also donate any used books or movies when your finished with and wanting to clear up space.

Br
Review №2

Great prices! And its for a good cause. If you love books youll love this place.

Di
Review №3

I love searching for good books. This place has a nice variety of genres plus it has movies. Added bonus it smells like an old library and there are two sweet cats to pet. The only drawback is the hours are not always consistent.

Ja
Review №4

My new favorite place! Not your typical bookstore but staff is awesome and the money you spend goes to a good cause. I love treasure hunting i.e. antique stores and thrift stores, and this book store is full of hidden gems.

Fr
Review №5

Love this place. Better than an amusement park. Friendly and helpful staff. Wide selection of books. I always leave with something Ive been looking for.

J
Review №6

Friendly, generous, staff. Your book needs are met here. Many spiritual books, DVDS, VHS. You can even buy online.

Tr
Review №7

I volunteer with these guys and they are amazing! First off its a super cool building so worth checking out just because of that. They also have a very expansive variety of books, and they work so hard to take care of every individual customer who comes in. Its a very individualized shopping experience for every person, and they have something for everyone.

Ke
Review №8

Enjoyed the experience. The cats are so sweet. Lots of books and friendly staff and cats. Kind of strange atmosphere and building. Large percentage of hardbacks from libraries and I was a little disappointed that good paperbacks were hard to find. Not going to find current best sellers easily, but worth digging for some older treasures.

Sc
Review №9

A readers Paradise! No frills used books/DVDs ingeniously arranged in copy paper boxes (on their sides) on bookshelves. And 2 friendly cats who will give you space but will allow you into theirs.

Je
Review №10

Amazing resource for affordable used books.

Re
Review №11

I love this place! So many books to choose from. Its not the most beautiful place. Nothing fancy about it by any means. However....Cheap, cheap, cheap! Hardbacks are 1.50 and paper is 1.00! Soooo worth the trip to visit this place. Its always my first stop if Im wanting to stock up on books.I mean, if the book wasnt good, I dont care because it was at the very most 1.50.

Br
Review №12

I love this place. Just went there a couple weeks ago for the first time. I plan to go back many times!

Ja
Review №13

Lots of used books very well organized, if you are looking for something specific it would be good to check here first if you dont mind used and cheap! Closes early in the afternoon.

Ja
Review №14

What a hidden gem. I cant believe Ive lived in the Des Moines area for 3 years and never heard about this place. Great prices, great selection, friendly staff and cats!

ge
Review №15

Quirky and quiet book store, GREAT prices. They have everything organized in a wonderful way, you will never leave empty handed.

D
Review №16

A LOT of books to choose from and the prices are very reasonable - hardback books $1.50, paperback $1.00. They also had used DVDs. Will definitely be back.

Ta
Review №17

Love this place!! Books are alive! I have been there twice now, and there is a great selection of books with helpful staff. Cant wait to go again :)

Ja
Review №18

They have an everyday blowout sale extravaganza EVERYDAY on a wide selection of books. Just walk up to their dumpster behind the store. Thats where they keep the books that people donate to them, right in the dumpster they go.

Br
Review №19

Large sections of childrens, science fiction, Christian, and other books. Great prices and friendly staff. This is a great place to visit.

Co
Review №20

Fantastic great excellent wonderful. Last time I was in, softcover books were $0.50 and hardcover books were $1... huge selection of everything. Most books are a little old and in various qualities but really a treasure of a used book store.

Ja
Review №21

Super helpful. Been around over a decade. Help take care of Des Moines, support local!

Cl
Review №22

Great used book store! Better for browsing than a hunt for a specific book, but I have found some real gems!

Pa
Review №23

The ladies are very nice and they have a great selection.

Sh
Review №24

A lot of ex library books being sold. Had cats running around as well.

1F
Review №25

A tan building thats easy to miss, but you walk in and there are books, dvds, records, kids books etc for days at great prices. Bring cash and have a treasure hunt!

bu
Review №26

Very inexpensive books. Enormous selection just dont expect to find anything new.

Je
Review №27

Used book store. Love the prices and place is clean and organized

Du
Review №28

Found some good books, thx.

Ta
Review №29

Great selection and wonderful staff!

Ro
Review №30

Bought a DVD and the DVD was never placed into the case. Maybe the person behind the counter was new, but I didnt even want to go back to try to remedy the error.

bo
Review №31

Lots and lots of cheap books. Movies too.

St
Review №32

Great place for cheap used books

Ro
Review №33

Great for low priced books

As
Review №34

Absolutely love this place

Kr
Review №35

Excellent place

Me
Review №36

Very friendly staff and a lot to choose from

Mi
Review №37

I love this place,

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  • Address:4626 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50315, United States
  • Site:https://facebook.com/pages/Help-a-Mind-Thrive-Keep-a-Book-Alive/143134539108265
  • Phone:+1 515-974-0727
Categories
  • Book store
Working hours
  • Monday:9AM–3:30PM
  • Tuesday:9AM–3:30PM
  • Wednesday:9AM–3:30PM
  • Thursday:9AM–3:30PM
  • Friday:9AM–3:30PM
  • Saturday:10AM–3PM
  • Sunday:Closed
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
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