Wandering Raccoon Books

Hello, and welcome to Wandering Raccoon Books! Your local, woman-owned, independent bookshop in Grimes, Iowa! We stock new books for all ages, plus a curated selection of other items like puzzles, games, and tasty local treats! We are incredibly proud to have been named Des Moines Parent's Family Favorite Bookstore: Runner-Up for 2025! Our shop is fully accessible throughout, including our restroom, and we have a dedicated parking lot. Address: 250 W 1st. St., Suite A in Grimes, IA Hours: Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. We also provide a UPS Access Point within the shop. For more information about this service, please visit our UPS Access Point page.