Join us at The Dogeared Page on Saturday, February 28, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM for a special afternoon with local author Jeff Bennett as we celebrate the release of his new book, "The Black Belt of Virginia: Untold Stories of African American History."

During the event, Bennett will read selections from his book, followed by a brief Q&A with the author about why this history remains vital today.

Published in January 2026, by The History Press, The Black Belt of Virginia explores the rich legacy of Black communities across the Commonwealth, including the histories of more than 70 displaced communities whose stories have too often gone untold. Through careful research and compelling storytelling, Bennett shines a light on resilience, cultural contributions, and the lasting impact of these communities on Virginia’s past and present.

A Virginia native from Danville and a graduate of the Virginia Military Institute (VMI), Bennett specializes in Black history, race relations, and African diaspora studies. His work has appeared in publications including Cardinal News, The Danville Register & Bee, and Medium.

Attendees will have the opportunity to purchase copies of The Black Belt of Virginia at the event, and Bennett will be available to sign books on-site.

Don’t miss this meaningful afternoon of history, conversation, and community. We look forward to seeing you there!

Join us for the launch of The Dogeared Page’s semi-monthly Mystery & Thriller Book Club! Our first meeting kicks off on Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 6:00–7:00 PM, and we’re diving straight into suspense with The Last Murder at the End of the World by Stuart Turton, bestselling author of The Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle.

Get together with fellow thriller lovers for a lively discussion of the book: what worked, what didn’t, and what kept you turning pages. Expect thoughtful conversation, differing takes, and plenty of intrigue.

There’s no fee to attend, but we do encourage you to support the shop by purchasing your copy of the book from us. Can’t make it into the store in person or prefer a different format? We’ve got you covered– shop with us online to get what you need:

• E-Book: https://bookshop.org/a/118132/9781728254678

• Paperback: https://bookshop.org/a/118132/9781464245657

• Hardback: https://bookshop.org/a/118132/9781728254654

• Audiobook (via Libro.fm): https://libro.fm/audiobooks/9798855506761bookstore=thedogearedpage

Whether you’re a longtime mystery reader or just dipping a toe into thrillers, we’d love to have you. Come for the book, stay for the discussion.

Our Bookseller's Choice book club is a veritable literary “grab bag” featuring selections from all genres, a sort of charcuterie board of delectable reads selected by our team. Each month, we'll meet at the shop to discuss our read, sharing perspectives and conversation around the book and its themes.

For the month of February, we are reading Ring Shout by P. Djèlí Clark, and our discussion will be led by Jasmine Sutton Banks with Danville Project Literacy:
A chilling blend of history, horror, and resistance, Ring Shout follows a group of Black women monster hunters in 1920s Georgia battling literal demons hiding behind the white hoods of the Ku Klux Klan. Fierce, fast-paced, and unforgettable, it turns America’s darkest horrors into something that can be fought… and defeated.

RING SHOUT is in the shop and available for purchase in person NOW.

Prefer an audiobook? We’ve got you covered: https://libro.fm/audiobooks/9781980064695bookstore=thedogearedpage

Reading along with us from afar? Shop with us online to ship right to your doorstep (Kindle or e-reader options also available online!): https://bookshop.org/a/118132/9781250393814

This is a FREE event, but we do encourage you to purchase the book from us, whether in person, online, or via our audiobook platform to help support the shop and our programming.

We look forward to seeing everyone on the 19th!

Don't have any Valentine’s Day plans this year? 
You do now.  

Our much-beloved Blind Date with a Book returns on Saturday, 2/14/26, and we’ll be ready right at 9a when the shop opens to set you up with a surprise literary match.

Each book is wrapped up with a few flirty clues about genre and themes, no awkward small talk (or swiping left or right) required. 

The shop is open 9a–5p and the event will last as long as the books do! A word of warning, though: these blind date books have a history of selling out FAST, and we only play matchmaker a few times a year. Get here early… because let's be honest: a book is sometimes the better date anyway.

See you there, Valentine... 

Celebrate Galentine’s Day with us at our Book Bedazzling Workshop—a creative, cozy night designed for the girlies (and anyone else who wants in).

Join us at the bookshop on Friday, 2/13 from 6–8 PM for a hands-on, after-hours crafting experience where you’ll learn how to bedazzle the cover of your favorite book! Whether you’re coming with friends or flying solo, this is the perfect way to sparkle up your shelves and celebrate your love for books on the eve of Valentine's Day. 

We’ll provide all the materials for the craft, as well as step-by-step guidance and some non-alcoholic bubbly to sip on while you work. Tickets are $25 per person, and you can either BYOB(ook) OR purchase a book to bedazzle in-store and enjoy 20% off the cover price with your event ticket.

 -NO experience necessary
 -Inclusive, welcoming vibes
 -A killer Galentine's Day-themed playlist
 -Leave with a one-of-a-kind, bedazzled book

Spots are limited—stop by the shop today or email katelyn@thedogearedpage.com to reserve a space for you and your bestie. 

Grab your ticket today and make it a Galentine’s night to remember! 

Carve out some time to read in a cozy, welcoming space with our monthly Silent Book Club meeting! In a busy world, this is your invitation to slow down, turn a few pages, and connect with fellow book lovers.

Bring your own book (or audiobook!) of choice and settle in. We’ll start with 10-15 minutes of casual conversation and book recommendations, giving you a chance to meet new friends and discover your next great read. Then we’ll enjoy 45 minutes of quiet, uninterrupted reading time together.

No assigned reading. No pressure. Just good books, good company, and dedicated time to read in a world filled with distractions.

Meet new friends, get fresh book recs, and reconnect to your reading!

Our semi-monthly Romantasy book club features reads that are steamy, dreamy, and adventurous! This club is for readers who love epic fantasy worlds and swoon-worthy love stories: thinks fierce heroines, morally gray love interests, slow burns, and high stakes.

This book club meets semi-monthly at the shop– in January, March, May, July, September, and November, to be exact-- to discuss our reading selection, sharing perspectives and conversation around the book and its themes.

For the month of January, we are reading "The Empress" by Kristin Cast.

Hannah is a modern-day Chicago woman whose life is upended by a tarot reading that transports her to the magical, tarot-infused world of Towerfall. There, she meets the brooding warrior Kane, who claims she's the key to saving his realm from ruin, forcing her into a fake marriage and a dangerous quest where she must embrace her own hidden magic to survive and find her way home. The first book in the Towerfall series, "The Empress" blends modern life with fantastical, tarot-inspired adventure, steamy romance, and courtly intrigue.

THE EMPRESS is currently on its way to us at the shop. We'll be sure to make an update post here to let you know when you can pick up your copy in store (should be by the end of the week, hopefully!).

Can’t wait to get started? Shop with us online to ship right to your doorstep: https://bookshop.org/a/118132/9781464235016

Prefer an audiobook? Shop our audiobook version here: https://libro.fm/audiobooks/9781039498761-the-empress?bookstore=thedogearedpageean=9780593798430&next=t

This is a FREE event, but we do encourage you to purchase the book from us, whether in person, online, or via our audiobook platform to help support the shop and our programming.

We look forward to seeing everyone on the 31st!

Our Bookseller's Choice book club is a veritable literary “grab bag” featuring selections from all genres, a sort of charcuterie board of delectable reads selected by our team. Each month, we'll meet at the shop to discuss our read, sharing perspectives and conversation around the book and its themes.

For the month of January, we are reading "The Correspondent" by Virginia Evans.

An epistolary novel about retired lawyer Sybil Van Antwerp, a woman who uses letter writing to navigate life, grief (especially the loss of a child), aging (with failing eyesight), and her relationships, as she confronts a painful past and seeks forgiveness, leading to a profound late-life transformation and self-discovery through her unique voice and correspondences. This is a story about connection, regret, and the wisdom found in letters, praised for its heartfelt exploration of life's mistakes and kindnesses. Hugely popular in reader circles since its debut in April 2025, this book is now a New York Times Bestseller and has been nominated for multiple Goodreads Choice Awards (Fiction, Debut, Audiobook).

THE CORRESPONDENT is in the shop and available for purchase in person NOW.

Prefer an audiobook? We’ve got you covered: https://libro.fm/audiobooks/9798217066377-the-correspondent

Reading along with us from afar? Shop with us online to ship right to your doorstep (Kindle or e-reader option available online!): https://bookshop.org/.../the.../87852b9a3587f7c2...

This is a FREE event, but we do encourage you to purchase the book from us, whether in person, online, or via our audiobook platform to help support the shop and our programming.

We look forward to seeing everyone on the 23rd!

Take a step into the shadows for our annual Edgar Allan Poe Night at The Dogeared Page! A beloved Danville tradition, this event promises an evening of literary mystery, moody ambiance, and darkly delightful fun. Join us on Saturday, January 17th from 6:00–8:00 PM as we transform the shop into a lair worthy of Poe himself, complete with candlelit vibes and gothic flair.

Enjoy heavy appetizers and beverages, all thoughtfully themed to match the night’s macabre spirit. Browse exclusive Poe-inspired merchandise, including books and bookish accessories to rep the original goth himself. Guests are encouraged, but NOT required, to wear their finest Victorian mourning garb to fully embrace the aesthetic.

The evening’s activities include Poe-themed trivia and blackout poetry, and a dramatic reading of Poe’s chilling short story: The Tell-Tale Heart.

Come experience a night devoted to the master of macabre, just in time for his 217th birthday!

Please note: This is a ticketed event. Tickets are $20 per person and are available for purchase in person at the shop or over the phone. Space is limited, so call us at 434-857-5389 or email katelyn@thedogearedpage.com to reserve your spot today!

We can’t wait to welcome you for a night that is sure to be dreary, eerie, and unforgettable.

Kick off the new year and our very first monthly Silent Book Club by carving out some time to read in a cozy, welcoming space. In a busy world, this is your invitation to slow down, turn a few pages, and connect with fellow book lovers.

Bring your own book (or audiobook!) of choice and settle in. We’ll start with 10-15 minutes of casual conversation and book recommendations, giving you a chance to meet new friends and discover your next great read. Then we’ll enjoy 45 minutes of quiet, uninterrupted reading time together.

No assigned reading. No pressure. Just good books, good company, and dedicated time to read in a world filled with distractions.

Meet new friends, get fresh book recs, and reconnect to your reading in 2026!

Come in for a cozy night with The Southern Social and The Dog Eared Page, just in time for Christmas and New Year's! Meet us under the Mistletoe and grab a new copy of your favorite classic,  an exclusive, holiday-themed Blind Date with a Book, or a date for the Holidays.

Grab your tickets to sip, shop, and spark a little holiday magic! Tickets are $20 and can be notated “Ready to Mingle” or “Just a Friend.”

Join us for an author signing with Etta Blann, whose new book 3 Broken Mirrors: A Survivor’s Story shares the powerful true story of Anna Baker: a woman who endured unthinkable abuse and trauma yet fought to reclaim her life and protect her children. Her moving memoir highlights resilience, survival, and the strength to rise from even the most broken circumstances.