Coffee and Books - in Des Moines?

As I was running late to a soon-to-be canceled meeting this afternoon in Des Moines' East Village, I stumbled upon Plain Talk Books & Coffee. To its name, the store did not stand out. Only a little table and chair on the patio caught my eye.

Inside, the store had an amorous two aisles. I could hardly contain myself - not because of the books or the coffee, but because it's simply a small book store -

in Des Moines -

a rare find.

Even more rare was the fact that it been open for two years.

Since getting home, I've dug around to learn more about it. This book shop provides job training and employment opportunities for people with disabilities - how sweet is that?

If you're ever near Hammer Pharmacy, you're near Plain Talk Books & Coffee. Stop in, say hello, and fall in love with one of the only small book shops in Des Moines that's still open.