Black Dog Books offers personalized services in historic Zionsville, IN
(just 3 miles northwest of Indianapolis)

We look for hard to find books for you. We carry general stock, literature, poetry, mystery, religion, philosophy, psychology, children’s books, history, science, nature, gardening, dog books, Indiana, cookbooks, fine bindings, art, photography, architecture, humor, biography, sports and domestic arts.

Our friendly and reliable staff is always there to assist you in all your needs. We also offer greeting cards, journals, antiquarian maps, bookends and artwork.

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Learn More About Black Dog Books:

  • Quality used and rare books sold
  • Buying libraries and collections
  • Book repairs
  • Book searches
  • Selected new books
  • Books by local authors
  • Annual book sale

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In Loving Memory of Sophie

With heavy hearts, we share that our beloved Sophie has crossed the rainbow bridge.

Sophie wasn’t just the shop dog of Black Dog Books—she was family. A beloved part of the Zionsville community, she greeted every customer with joy (two-legged and four-legged alike), made fast friends, and added a little extra magic to every visit.

Joyful, gentle, and full of love, Sophie never met a stranger. She was famous for her kisses, her friendly paw taps, and the way she made everyone feel at home. Being her human was the greatest gift—and loving her was easy.

To honor her memory, we’ve placed a "Memories of Sophie" book in the shop. We’d love for you to stop by and add your favorite stories, photos, or moments with our sweet girl.

Thank you for loving her alongside us. We will carry her in our hearts forever. 🖤🐾
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In Loving Memory of Sophie

With heavy hearts, we share that our beloved Sophie has crossed the rainbow bridge.

Sophie wasn’t just the shop dog of Black Dog Books—she was family. A beloved part of the Zionsville community, she greeted every customer with joy (two-legged and four-legged alike), made fast friends, and added a little extra magic to every visit.

Joyful, gentle, and full of love, Sophie never met a stranger. She was famous for her kisses, her friendly paw taps, and the way she made everyone feel at home. Being her human was the greatest gift—and loving her was easy.

To honor her memory, we’ve placed a Memories of Sophie book in the shop. We’d love for you to stop by and add your favorite stories, photos, or moments with our sweet girl.

Thank you for loving her alongside us. We will carry her in our hearts forever. 🖤🐾Image attachmentImage attachment+Image attachment
2 weeks ago

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We love you, Sophie! 🌈

Sending love. Sophie is indeed a great loss to all who got a chance to pet her.

So sorry. She lived a good life and was much loved..

I'm so sorry, she was beautiful!

I am so sorry for your loss, heartbreaking

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Aw so sad to see this post. She was such a cutie. ❤️

She was a sweet, beautiful pup. So sorry for your loss. ♥️

So sorry to read this, she was the absolute sweetest!

I'm so sorry. She was such a sweet girl. My daughter was scared of dogs for so long and warmed up to Sophie- she was the first dog she felt comfortable enough to pet. We were just in a couple weeks ago and my daughter got two "Sophie stuffies" for her birthday. 💜

I’m sorry. She was well loved. 💔

The best girl. Thank you for letting me be a part of hers and your life ❤️

This breaks my heart. She was the best dog evah!

We are deeply saddened to hear this. She was such a special girl.❤️

Oh…Bonnie and I are sorry to hear this. We live in Ann Arbor, Michigan. We met Sophie on our trip to Indiana last year. We were touched by her friendly, charming spirit. You have our sincere condolences.

We are terribly sorry to hear this news and for the loss of your sweet Sophie. We often stopped in just to see her. She was the sweetest and will be missed by the all who knew her. ❤️

I’m so sorry to hear this. My granddaughters love visiting Sophie and they have the stuffed black dogs

Tania, our hearts our broken for you. Sophie will be missed by so many. She was blessed to have you & Jim as her humans ❣️ We were lucky to be her neighbors Godspeed sweet girl

It’s so sad when we lose our beloved four-legged friends. I will be thinking of you 🩷

So very sorry.

So sorry to hear about Sophie.

Aww, sweet Sophie. 💔

I’m so sorry.

Sophie was truly a kind and gentle spirit. She was one of the first "people" we met in Zionsville, and her absence will be deeply felt. We will cherish her memory always. 🖤🐾

Sorry to hear about Sophie.

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🏁 Start your engines and bring the whole family! 🏎️
Join us at Black Dog Books for a special book signing event with author Jeff Berger, writer of the race “Car”toon Book for All Ages: World Racing History! �

🗓️ Date: April 26th, 2025�
🕒 Time: 2 pm – 5 pm�
📍 Location: Black Dog Books�

Meet the author, grab your signed copy, and enjoy a fun ride through racing history—one cartoon at a time! Perfect for readers young and old.
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🏁 Start your engines and bring the whole family! 🏎️
Join us at Black Dog Books for a special book signing event with author Jeff Berger, writer of the race “Car”toon Book for All Ages: World Racing History! �

🗓️ Date: April 26th, 2025�
🕒 Time: 2 pm – 5 pm�
📍 Location: Black Dog Books�

Meet the author, grab your signed copy, and enjoy a fun ride through racing history—one cartoon at a time! Perfect for readers young and old.
1 month ago

Happy Independent Bookstore Day! 📚✨ Celebrate the magic of stories with us at Black Dog Books. Stop by today — shop small, support local, and find your next great read! 🐾 ... See MoreSee Less

Happy Independent Bookstore Day! 📚✨ Celebrate the magic of stories with us at Black Dog Books. Stop by today — shop small, support local, and find your next great read! 🐾
1 month ago

📚✨ Join us at Black Dog Books for a special event!

Come meet Rosaleen Crowley, local Irish poet and artist, as she signs copies of her books, including Of Land and Poetry: Ireland, Be Prepared to Be Luminous & more!

📍 Black Dog Books (115 S. Main Street, Zionsville)
📅 Saturday, March 22nd�
⏰ 2-5 PM�
📖 Part of the @IndyIndieBookCrawl, running March 20-23!
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📚✨ Join us at Black Dog Books for a special event!

Come meet Rosaleen Crowley, local Irish poet and artist, as she signs copies of her books, including Of Land and Poetry: Ireland, Be Prepared to Be Luminous & more!

📍 Black Dog Books (115 S. Main Street, Zionsville)
📅 Saturday, March 22nd�
⏰ 2-5 PM�
📖 Part of the @IndyIndieBookCrawl, running March 20-23!
3 months ago
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