Take a look. It’s in a book.

Looky here, we've got 11 places to choose from:

East Village Books website East Village Books is central Iowa's largest independent bookstore, offering new release titles, classics, local and regional authors, children's books, music, art and more. 510 E. Locust Street see map

The Book Store This small store sells new fiction, non-fiction, children's and mystery books, along with Iowa literature. 606 Locust St. see map (515) 288-7267

The Marketplace All the items of a convenient store, without the gas! 655 Walnut see map (515) 237-8144

Ancient Ways website An eclectic shop for exploring the ancient mysteries featuring ethnic drums, books, jewelrey, and much more. 1700 Woodland Ave. see map (515) 280-3375

Des Moines Register website Connecting the lives of Iowans with timely, truthful and clear news coverage that informs the community. P.O. Box 957, 715 Locust St. see map (515) 285-8410

Plain Talk Books and Coffee Plain Talk Books sells donated gently used books for kids and adults. Coffee, candy and snacks are also available. 602 E. Grand Ave. see map

Plaza Pantry Small grocery store located in The Plaza Condominiums. 300 Walnut St., Suite 150 see map (515) 283-8365

The Atlantean Jewelry, clothing items, books, herbs and incense, located in the Historic East Village. 410 E. 5th St. see map (515) 883-1227

The Museum Store website Explore Iowa's treasures, located in the State Historical Museum. 600 E. Locust see map (515) 283-1757

The News Depot 400 Locust see map (515) 282-2028

Walgreen's website Digital photo pick-up, pharmacy drive-thru, online ordering with all of your grocery needs. 606 Walnut see map (515) 283-1793