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
  • Monthly book group
  • Annual book sale

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Upcoming Events

  • Fri
    06
    Sep
    2013
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm@ Black Dog Books

    Carol Faenzi will be signing her book, The Stonecutter’s Aria at 
    Black Dog Books, 115 South Main Street in Zionsville, on 
    First Friday, September 6th from 6:00 – 8:00pm.  
    Carol will speak at 7:00 about writing her book and then take questions.

    The Stonecutter’s Aria is a universal story of remembrance, connection and belonging and is based on true stories of Faenzi’s Italian marble-carving, opera singing ancestors.  It is winner of the “Book of the Year’ award for historical fiction by both ForeWord Magazine and the Independent Publisher’s Group. 

    The book began as a result of Faenzi taking a sabbatical from a busy corporate career in New York when she bought a one-way ticket to live in Tuscany, in search of her ancestral roots.  Her time in Italy and writing stories of her immigrant ancestors inspired her to change her life.  

    Faenzi presents programs across the United States that encourage audiences to preserve their family legacies, stories and rituals using opera, photography and storytelling.  She is currently developing a screenplay adaptation of The Stonecutter’s Aria.  She is a regular column contributor to the Indianapolis Business Journal.

    In addition to her creative pursuits, Faenzi has a private practice of cultivating management and leadership abilities for women and is a consultant for a variety of small business and non-profit organizations.  Faenzi splits her time between Indianapolis, New York City and her family farm in Tuscany.

    Please call Black Dog Books at (317)733-1747 to reserve your copy.

    Zionsville’s Fall Festival – Weekend of Sept. 6th, 7th & 8th.
    - Parade 10:30AM  Saturday, Sept. 7th  on Main Street

  • Fri
    04
    Oct
    2013
    8:00 pm@ Black Dog Books

    A candlelight reading by Patrick Kalahar.

    Join us each month for Zionsville First Friday, 5:00 - 9:00pm.

  • Thu
    31
    Oct
    2013
  • Sat
    23
    Nov
    2013
    1:30 - 3:00Black Dog Books

    Phillip Wilson will be signing his new book, 100 Things Every Colts Fan Should Know Before They Die from 1:30 to 3:00pm at Black Dog Books.  Please call (317)733-1747 to reserve your copy.

  • Sat
    30
    Nov
    2013
    5:30 pmBlack Dog Books

    Zionsville resident, Amy Lacy will read her book, "Where Is Christmas?" in front of the fireplace, just before Zionsville's Tree Lighting Ceremony at 6:00PM.  Amy created this story to honor the magic of the Christmas season.  Amy's reading is becoming a wonderful tradition at Black Dog Books.

  • Sat
    30
    Nov
    2013
    2:00 - 3:00PMBlack Dog Books

    Members of the Indiana Dance Ensemble, dressed in costume, will read Christmas Stories to children before the Christmas Parade.

  • Thu
    12
    Dec
    2013
    5:00 - 8:00 PMBlack Dog Books

    We will be open to 8:00pm Thursday evening for Ladies' Shopping Night.  Come in for refreshments, the fire, and free gift wrapping for in-store purchases.  

  • Thu
    19
    Dec
    2013
    5:00 - 8:00 PMBlack Dog Books

    Join us for Men's Shopping Night.  Phil Wilson, sports writier for the Indpls. Star returns!  Phil will be signing his book,"100 Things Colts Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die".  Refreshments.

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"BE PREPARED TO BE LUMINOUS"
with
ROSALEEN CROWLEY
6:30-8PM, THURSDAY, MARCH 14th
at Black Dog Books

A Reading & A Book Signing

Rosaleen Crowley's new poetry book inspires
us all to be luminous!
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BE PREPARED TO BE LUMINOUS
                              with
               ROSALEEN CROWLEY
 6:30-8PM, THURSDAY, MARCH 14th
                   at Black Dog Books
       
         A Reading & A Book Signing 

Rosaleen Crowleys new poetry book inspires
us all to be luminous!
1 month ago

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Looking forward to reading poems from my book, Be Prepared To Be Luminous.

PLEASE JOIN US 5-7PM, FRIDAY, OCT. 27th
FOR CHRISTINA ABT'S "BEAUTY & GRACE"
PRESENTATION / BOOK SIGNING.

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Beauty & Grace is an intensely moving work of historical fiction that tells the stories of Teagan Cormick and Grace Reid, two women from different worlds and...
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PLEASE JOIN US 5-7PM, FRIDAY, OCT. 27th
FOR CHRISTINA ABTS BEAUTY & GRACE  
PRESENTATION / BOOK SIGNING.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_KuK2uo7dZM

Beauty & Grace, A Novel of Historical Fiction Trailer
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Excited about this program- Carmel Creative Writers, Inc members look forward to supporting Christina Abt. We are in for an amazing time! Black Dog Books is the best!!!!

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Thank you for the invitation to present Beauty & Grace at your charming bookstore. I look forward to meeting the people of Zionsville and beyond.

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A BIG THANK YOU TO MAT LAGEMAN for a fabulous performance last night of "The Raven". You really channeled Poe perfectly! Your surprise encore of Edward Gorey's "The Wuggly Ump was awesome as well!

And THANK YOU ALSO TO OUR AUDIENCE - it was so great to have you all here. And thank you to everyone who helped make the night such a success.

We are happy to announce that Mat will be performing
"The Raven" again next year!
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6 months ago

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Darn, I was out of town and hoped to make it. Next year!!

Mat Lageman

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THE RAVEN RETURNS!
This Friday, 8PM OCTOBER 20th
at Black Dog Books.

A tradition at Black Dog Books.
(Paused during the pandemic years).
Now with a new performer, Mat Lageman.

Event is free. Our gift to the community.
PLEASE JOIN US! And come early to get a seat.
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THE RAVEN RETURNS!
This Friday, 8PM OCTOBER 20th
at Black Dog Books.

A tradition at Black Dog Books.
(Paused during the pandemic years).
Now with a new performer, Mat Lageman.

Event is free.  Our gift to the community.
PLEASE JOIN US!  And come early to get a seat.
6 months ago

2 CommentsComment on Facebook

A wonderful performance by May Lageman.. thank you Tania and all those who helped on the evening to make this a wonderful community event. It was amazing!

See you later

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