Storyhouse Bookpub

Storyhouse Bookpub brings a fresh concept to Des Moines's literary scene, combining a carefully curated bookstore with a craft beer pub on the vibrant Ingersoll Avenue corridor. The store opened in 2019 with the premise that great literature and great beverages are natural companions, and the enthusiastic response from Des Moines readers has proven the concept. The literary fiction section is curated with genuine sophistication, while the humor and memoir sections reflect the pub's convivial atmosphere. Iowa authors receive special attention, with a dedicated section and regular events that celebrate the state's deep literary traditions. The craft beer selection features Iowa breweries alongside regional and national favorites, and the food menu is designed for comfortable lingering. Author events at Storyhouse have a distinctly social energy, attracting audiences who might not attend a traditional bookstore reading but who find the combination of books and brews irresistible.