Welcome to MIBA
We are a nonprofit trade association that supports and celebrates locally owned and operated independent bookstores and booksellers throughout a 9+ state portion of the Midwest (Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and Michigan's Upper Peninsula). We work directly with booksellers and the people who do business with them: publishers, wholesalers, distributors, sales reps, and others allied to the book industry.
Member Spotlight
Lakeside Bookshop opened their doors with a simple goal: to create a space where everyone feels safe, seen, and inspired. It's a gathering place for readers, artists, and neighbors. A place to celebrate creativity, spark conversations, and build community. We believe in the power of stories and the importance of supporting local, which is why we proudly feature books, art, and goods from local authors, artists, creators, and small businesses. This is more than a bookstore. It is a space for all of us.
Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367 (314)265-3703
Meet Our Board of Directors
