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Main Street, Ames, IA

Dog-Eared Books

Heads up: Books only.

Indie bookstore on Ames' Main Street that supports local writers.

Location
Main Street, Ames, IA
Address
203 Main Street, Ames, IA 50010
Pitch method
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Terms
Not every title is carried because shelf space is limited; terms aren't posted (per their page, checked 2026-11-03).
Carries
Books
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Last verified
2026-11-03

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