Just in time for Colorado’s 150th, “The Colorado Book” opens a new chapter
“We have such a rich literary heritage in Colorado, and it’s continuing.”
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Fifteen Must-Read Books About Colorado
In honor of the Centennial State’s 150th birthday, read these 15 books about Colorado — one for each decade.
Your 2026 Denver summer reading list
Summertime, and the Denver-author readin’ is easy.
James Ellroy’s latest novel names names, but not in the way you might expect
“The aggregate horror of world communism makes Hitler’s 13-year run as the führer of Germany look like child’s play.”
Suicide rates among Colorado men are some of the nation’s highest. ‘Man Therapy’ takes a different approach to reach them
The team behind Denver’s national “Man Therapy” campaign launches a new book to reach men who are unlikely to seek traditional mental health support.
Denver author David Heska Wanbli Weiden returns to the reservation with his second novel in a series
Denver author David Heska Wanbli Weiden returns with more of Virgil Wounded Horse’s story.
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For this entrepreneur, creating a safe space for book lovers became a journey of healing
The Denver area’s latest romance-themed bookstore, Good Girl Cafe and Bookstore, begins its story in July.
Lighthouse Writers Workshop gets national boost ahead of LitFest
Lighthouse Writers Workshop was one of 40 recipients of the newly developed Literary Arts Fund ahead of LitFest, June 12 through 19.
Denver author’s new collection responds to the ongoing plight of women in America
Cynthia Swanson will appear at Tattered Cover with other local authors on Wednesday, June 10.
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Under the Covers: Colorado Romantasy Readers Are Getting Hot
“The world is shit right now, and one of the hallmarks of romance is there’s always a happy ending.”
New Book and Podcast Explores the Jesus-Elvis Connection
It’s all about the incredible synchronicities between legendary and beloved figures Elvis A. Presley and Jesus H. Christ.
Denver Poet Takes Aim at Gun Culture With New Collection
Michael Henry’s new poetry collection Gun Poems shoots straight.
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Denver Bookstore Petals & Pages Is Closing In April
It’s the end of the chapter for this queer woman-owned bookstore in the Art District on Santa Fe.
New Bookstore Alert: Little Blue Pigeon Lands in Larimer Square
Denver’s newest independent bookstore opens its doors — and a new era for Larimer Square.
From Bodice Rippers to Romantasy, These Books Are Dominating the Market – and Rewriting Women’s Sexual Power
The digital revolution has transformed romance novels.
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Chapter Two: Kwame Spearman Opens Denver Book Society in Uptown
Former Tattered Cover CEO Kwame Spearman opens up a new literary locale with a focus on community.
Denver Public Libraries’ Most Popular Books of 2025
Based on checkout stats, here’s what DPL visitors were reading most.
Denver Poet Seth Brady Tucker Takes on Masculinity in New Collection
Tucker will launch the book on February 12 at Foothills Art Center.
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Stories on Schedule: Denver Author Plans to Write a Story a Week in 2026
Denver author Nick Arvin is filling 2026 with a story a week, delivered free straight to readers.
Colorado Has a New Poet Laureate: Crisosto Apache
“I hope my time in this role can serve as a bridge, helping young people discover the voices that will shape our futures.”
Reading Between the Lines: Colorado Study Shows Prison Libraries Could Reduce Recidivism
“Prison libraries feel very familiar. This isn’t Shawshank.”
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Josiah Hesse’s Visceral Take on Growing Up in Religious Extremism
The Denver writer’s memoir takes on “fear, shame, poverty, and the making of the Christian Right.”