Dragonfly Books

09/26/2026

didn’t get enough Nick Wallin🔪 swag last night? stop on down this weekend to grab stickers and bookmarks and matches (oh my!) before they’re gone!

09/19/2026

We’re always excited for local authors and Oneota Valley Literary Foundation events, but when it’s a friend…. we have absolutely no chill! Don’t get caught sleeping on the Quiet Resurrection of Sister Evelida Livingston by Nick Wallin🔪 and make sure to grab YOUR signed copy at T Bocks upstairs in downtown Decorah! This Thursday, 9/24/26 at 7pm.
Can’t make it but want to snag a signed copy? Give us a call and we’ll work our magic 🔮

09/08/2026

Love thrillers? Then head on over to Pulpit Rock Brewing tonight to meet Wisconsin author James Cleary! He will be chatting about his debut thriller, Sanctuary, and signing books!

OVLF is so excited to welcome Wisconsin author James Cleary to Decorah this evening! Please join us to celebrate the release of his debut thriller, Sanctuary at Pulpit Rock Brewing tonight. This event is geared toward adults and will run until approximately 8:15pm.

See you soon!

09/08/2026

Calling all grandparents! Minnesota author Kristen Amundson will be in Decorah this Friday to talk about her new book The Grandparent Effect: Helping Children Thrive Through Love, Support, and Connection. We'd love to see you there!

⭐️ This Friday! ⭐️

Minnesota author Kristen Amundson will give an author presentation and Q&A session celebrating her new book, The Grandparent Effect: Helping Children Thrive Through Love, Support, and Connection followed by a book signing on Friday, September 11th at 1:30pm at the Senior Citizen Hospitality Center in Decorah. This event is open to everyone and will run for approximately 75 minutes. Earlier on Friday morning she will make a private visit to the residents of Arlin Falck.

These events are sponsored by the Oneota Valley Literary Foundation, with support from the Senior Citizen Hospitality Center, Arlin Falck, and Dragonfly Books.

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day everyone!

Bookseller Sara put together a display featuring both classic Labor Day activities like grilling & college football as well as special tribute to Wendell Berry, Kentucky writer and conservationist, who died Aug. 31 at the age of 92.

We hope you’re enjoying the long weekend! ☀️

09/05/2026

THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED!
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🚌📚 IOWA INDIE BOOKSHOP BUS TOUR GIVEAWAY! 📚🚌

We're hitting the road on September 12 for the Iowa Indie Bookshop Tour, and we want YOU in a seat!

Here's how to win:
1️⃣ Like and share this post
2️⃣ Follow all the participating bus tour stores: Swamp Fox Bookstore, HEA Book Boutique, Dragonfly Books, The Silver Birch Christian Books and Gifts, and Paper Moon
3️⃣ Follow the Iowa Indie Bookshop Tour
4️⃣ Tag a friend who should ride along with you (or just comment "DONE!")

The prize:
🎉 If you can join us on the trip September 12 — your seat is FREE (a $55 value)!

🎁 Can't make the trip? You'll get a $25 gift card to Swamp Fox Bookstore AND a $25 gift card to HEA Book Boutique.

One lucky winner will be drawn and announced on Saturday, September 5. Giveaway closes September 4, 2026.

Not a fan of giveaways, or don't like your chances? No problem — grab a guaranteed seat here: https://swampfoxbookstore.com/bustour

Help us sell this bus out so we can hit the road together — good luck! 🍀📖



*Open to US residents 18+. One entry per person. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Facebook or Instagram.

09/04/2026

In recognition of the passing of feminist trailblazer Gloria Steinem, Dragonfly Books put together a ‘Woman Power’ display. Featured is Gloria Steinem’s children’s picture book, ‘Rise, Girl, Rise.’ We also have additional books written by and about Gloria Steinem on order!

09/02/2026

Take a look at the Oneota Valley Literary Foundation’s September schedule! There are so many incredible authors visiting this month!

Happy September everyone! Oneota Valley Literary Foundation has a full line up of author events for you this month. We’ve got thrillers, small-town occult horror, family oriented non-fiction, and historical YA fiction. A little something for everyone! We are also debuting a *second* day/time for the beloved Shelf Life Book Club for all of our 9-5 friends. You can now join us on the third Monday of the month from 5:30-6:30.

Can’t wait to see you there!

08/28/2026

“You can never get enough books into the hands of enough children.” — Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library gives a book a month to over 3 million children. Her work to increase accessibility to reading and improve literacy is truly a beautiful legacy. Rest well, Dolly.

08/27/2026

Happy first week of school! We hope everyone is having a great start to their year. Dare I say the first week back calls for a little treat…and maybe a new book would do the trick?! 📖