Readmore Books

Readmore Books serves one of Iowa's most diverse small-city communities from its downtown Marshalltown location, reflecting the demographic transformation that has reshaped many Iowa towns in recent decades. The store opened in 2014 with a commitment to serving all of Marshalltown's residents, and its bilingual selections in English and Spanish are a distinctive feature that has earned it recognition across the state. The Latino literature section goes beyond translations to feature original works by Latin American and Latino authors, while the children's section emphasizes bilingual titles and stories that reflect the experiences of all the community's young readers. The general interest selection serves the broader reading community with fiction, nonfiction, and Iowa authors, and the used books section provides affordable options. Readmore has become a model for how bookstores can serve as bridges in communities navigating demographic change.