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Happy February, Indie Authors, Book Lovers, and Curious Creatives

A lot is happening in February!

• Bookworm Orchard is getting in on the “Read Every Day” challenge for the American Cancer Society virtual campaign during the month of February. Check out our Bookworm Orchard Facebook Page for details and to join in the daily reading adventure!

• Sunday, February 1, 2026, 2-4 PM, Creatives Meeting at ’s home. Contact her if you are a local (Grant County, Indiana) author, artist, musician, or other creative who wants to join us for faith, fellowship, and fun!

• Friday, February 6, 2026: Dracula: A Love Tale. I’ve been doing a countdown to see this remake!

• Thursday, February 12, 2026: Wuthering Heights! I get giddy when I discover another Wuthering Heights remake. It’s my favorite gothic classic tale of all time. My dream is to write a story that is talked about, with movie remakes, over a century after it’s published. I’m still in awe that it was Emily Brontë’s only novel. Look for my review on Medium!

• Friday, February 13, 2026, 5-8 PM, Bookworm Orchard Bookstore first day open! We will do a soft opening during Boston Hill Center’s Galentine’s Event. If you are in the area (428 S Washington St, Suite 101, Marion, Indiana), we hope you are among the first to visit! During our remaining “soft opening” days, February 14 - April 24, 2026, our