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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Upcoming Events

  • Thu
    19
    Mar
    2026
    Sun
    22
    Mar
    2026
    11:00 - 5:00BLACK DOG BOOKS, 115 S. MAIN STREET, ZIONSVILLE, IN

    Please plan on visiting BLACK DOG BOOKS on Main Street in Zionsville during this year's INDY INDIE BOOK CRAWL.  We carry a wonderful mix of antiquarian collectible books, fine bindings, classics, local author books and some new books as well!

    The INDY INDIE BOOK CRAWL is a festive four day annual event (March 19 - March 22nd) with 36 participating independent bookstores and 7 literary organizations.  Pick up your bookmark/passport at any participating bookstore, and get it stamped along the way for a chance to win prizes..  (See indyindiebookcrawl.com).

    BLACK DOG BOOKS will be hosting two authors pertaining to Ireland during the book crawl:  Rosalyn Crowley, 11-4 on  Saturday, March 21st and Diane Hartman, 11-3 on Sunday, March 22nd.  See separate postings on these events.)

     

     

  • Sat
    21
    Mar
    2026
    11:00 - 4:00BLACK DOG BOOKS, 115 SOUTH MAIN STREET, ZIONSVILLE, IN 46077

    Come meet local Irish author and artist ROSALEEN CROWLEY, 11-4, Saturday, March 21st, during day 3 of the INDY INDIE BOOK CRAWL.  Rosaleen will be signing copies of her poetry books:  Of Land and Poetry:  Ireland (poems written in Ireland about Ireland), Point of Connection, Point of Perception and Be Prepared to be Luminous.  She has written and illustrated the books.  Most of the illustrations come from her paintings.

  • Sun
    22
    Mar
    2026
    11:00 - 3:00BLACK DOG BOOKS, 115 SOUTH MAIN STREET, ZIONSVILLE, IN 46077

    Come meet DIANE HARTMAN, (who recently wrote Getting Lost on my Way:  Self-Discovery on Ireland's Backroads), 11-3, Sunday, March 22nd at Black Dog Books. This heartfelt and humorous account of Diane's adventures was motivated by her love of Irish music and Celtic spirituality, along with her desire to find healing from depression and divorce.

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We have more than just old books! Our vintage maps are stunning and are wonderful gifts or decor for your own home. After all, exploring the world and discovering new cultures is a true delight. ... See MoreSee Less

We have more than just old books! Our vintage maps are stunning and are wonderful gifts or decor for your own home. After all, exploring the world and discovering new cultures is a true delight.Image attachmentImage attachment
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A beautiful letter penned by Mark Twain 🖊️ ... See MoreSee Less

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Imagine a library filled with beautiful books like this one. Old books have a certain charm, don’t they? ... See MoreSee Less

Imagine a library filled with beautiful books like this one. Old books have a certain charm, don’t they?
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I love this bookstore. It is filled with interesting books and has a helpful, pleasant staff!

We have special hours through March 16th! We’ll see you at the shop! ... See MoreSee Less

We have special hours through March 16th! We’ll see you at the shop!
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