The Soul Book Nook

Overview

Soul Book is a book store located in NewBo City Market serving all people, with a focus on inspiring literacy, historical literacy, and investing in the vitality and growth of community relationships. Offering a vast selection of novels, historical fiction, Fiction, Non Fiction, Science Fiction, Out of Print, Rare works--something for everyone!
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Soul Book Nook holds the distinct honor of being the first registered African American woman-owned bookstore in Iowa since the early 1900s. We are more than a place to buy books—we are a vessel of cultural preservation, literacy advocacy, and entrepreneurial inspiration.
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We support local and independent authors by:
- Hosting book signings and readings
- Engaging the community via social media and local partnerships