May 26, 2022. Had the pleasure of making the acquaintance of Kathy, the owner (Book Dean) of Brain Lair Books in South Bend, IN. It is an indie bookstore focusing on children's and young adult literature. In particular, she carefully selects that written by and for the "underrepresented voices." It is a "bookstore dedicated to developing empathy and building a community centered around the discussion of inclusive books, and fun." It is a cozy place with a welcoming feel. I am pleased that Kathy now has "The Dark Narcs" in her store.
June 1, 2022 Next Page Books, Cedar Rapids, IA. A copy of my book was left in this very co ol bookstore. Next time through, I will definitely visit again. This time, the owner had run an errand and was away from the store so I did not get to meet him, nor really get to know the place. This store is in the New Bohemia neighborhood, across from the NEWBO market. Prairie Lights Bookstore, Iowa City, Iowa This is an amazing bookstore. I spent thirty minutes or so talking to Terry who has been at the store since ’93. Got a rundown on the history and growth of the place. What an amazing resource people like Terry are in indie stores like this. The variety and selection of books in the place is unsurpassed. Coffee shop upstairs. Any book lover should stop at this place when passing on I-80. It’s just a few minutes off the interstate on Dubuque St. And it is set in a very appealing downtown area not far from the University of Iowa campus. ...
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