DAVENPORT, IOWA (September 17, 2025) — Local author Michelle Sprout Murray has September, October, and November book events for Amazing Iowa, published by Reedy Press.
Whether you’re a native, a recent resident, or just passing through, these stories of the weird, wild, and wonderful people and places of the great state of Iowa are waiting for you. Take a peek inside and you’ll find people you’ve heard about in the news. . . as well as those you should have heard about.
Learn about mobsters and artists (and why they loved to hide out here), musicians, and authors (and why they seemed to flourish here), astronauts and inventors (and how they dreamed big), and athletes and coaches (and how they put Iowa in the spotlight).
Of course, you’ll discover the only remaining Frank Lloyd Wright–designed hotel in the world, Iowa’s Hollywood and Broadway connections, and tantalizing foods that will make your mouth water. If that’s not enough, check out the world record holder for hiccups; the woman whose daughter never had a Rice Krispie Treat, although her mom invented them; or some of the most haunted buildings and bridges in America, all found in this amazing state!
Let Michelle Sprout Murray be your tour guide of her home state and prepare to be amazed!
Presentation and Book Signing
Thursday, September 18, 5:30–6:30PM
Robert W Barlow Memorial Library
921 Washington Ave, Iowa Falls, Iowa, 50126
(641) 648-2872
Free and open to the public
Presentation and Book Signing
Saturday, September 20, 11AM–12PM
Sergeant Bluff Public Library
503 4th St, Sergeant Bluff, IA 51054
(712) 943-7323
Free and open to the public
Book Signing — CANCELED
Sunday, September 28, 10AM–12PM
Froelich Foundation and Museum
24397 Froelich Rd, McGregor, Iowa, 52157
(563) 536-2841
Free and open to the public
Presentation and Book Signing
Tuesday, October 7, 7–8PM
Albert City Public Library
215 Main St, Albert City, Iowa, 50510
(712) 843-2012
Free and open to the public
Presentation and Book Signing — DATE MOVED TO OCTOBER 4!
Saturday, October 4, 1:30–2:30PM
James Kennedy Public Library
320 1st Ave E, Dyersville, IA 52040
(563) 875-8912
Free and open to the public
Presentation and Book Signing — NEW EVENT!
Thursday, October 9, 6–7PM
Sheffield Public Library
123 S 3rd St, Sheffield, Iowa, 50475
(641) 892-4717
Free and open to the public
Presentation and Book Signing
Monday, October 20, 6:30-7:30PM
Independence Public Library
805 1st St E, Independence, Iowa, 50644
(319) 334-2470
Free and open to the public
Presentation and Book Signing — NEW EVENT!
Tuesday, October 21, 11AM–12PM
Lisbon Public Library
101 E Main St, Lisbon, Iowa, 52253
(319) 455-2800
Free and open to the public
Presentation and Book Signing
Tuesday, October 21, 6–7PM
Blairstown Public Library
305 Locust St NE, Blairstown, IA 52209
(319) 454-6497
Free and open to the public
Presentation and Book Signing
Tuesday, October 28, 6–7PM
Van Meter Public Library
505 Grant St, Van Meter, Iowa, 50261
(515) 996-2435
Free and open to the public
Presentation and Book Signing
Wednesday, October 29, 2–3PM
Traer Public Library
531 2nd St, Traer, Iowa, 50675
(319) 478-2180
Free and open to the public
Presentation and Book Signing
Thursday, October 30, 3:30–4:30PM
Kinney Memorial Library
214 Main St, Hanlontown, Iowa, 50444
(641) 896-2888
Free and open to the public
Presentation and Book Signing
Wednesday, November 12, 1:30–2:30PM
Woodward Public Library
118 S Main St, Woodward, Iowa, 50276
(515) 438-2636
Free and open to the public
