From the celebrated author of All My Mother's Lovers, a new novel based on true events asks whether extraterrestrial life might be what ties us to one another, to history, and to reality itself. Please join us in welcoming author Ilana Masad on Wednesday, November 12th at 5:30 as she presents her new novel Beings! […]
Join us as we welcome Max Perry Mueller in conversation with Gabriel Bruguier (Yankton Sioux Tribe) about Mueller's new book Wakara's America: The Life and Legacy of a Native Founder of the American West. Pre-order your copy of the book HERE About the Book: The forgotten life and complex legacies of Wakara, the mighty, once-notorious […]
Join us as author John T. Price visits Francie & Finch Bookshop and reads from his newest work of non-fiction, Goethe's Oak: A Holocaust Story. “A tree that thinks — most of us would imagine this impossible. Yet in Goethe’s Oak, John Price has created a compassionate, compelling, and utterly believable narrator. Its story is […]
It's that time of year again for our annual celebration! Come visit us on Plaid Friday, November 28th, or Shop Small Saturday, November 29th to join in the fun! Loads of new inventory Original Art Homemade treats and hot cider Free ARC with purchase and as always, free gift wrapping! Visiting Authors on Shop Small […]
Join us on Thursday, December 4th as we welcome memoirist Susan Bruzas to Francie & Finch Bookshop. She will be reading from her new book Turning on the Light: My Mysterious Illness and the Year that Transformed Me. This powerful new memoir shines a light on the silent struggle of a life-threatening, unexplained illness—and the […]
Join us on Friday, December 5th as we have some fun with Prairie Psycho, a Lincoln based garage-rock/power pop band! Do some holiday shopping, enjoy live music, and enjoy some cozy treats!! We can't wait to see you there!
Join us for a fun celebration of Tamara Dever's new book The Day We Found Yesterday! About the Book: The Day We Found Yesterday A picture book that bridges generations with stories, songs, and a little retro magic. What if the greatest treasure isn’t something you find, but something you share? Join Eileen and her […]
Join us on December 10th at 5:30 as we give a warm welcome to Tom Chorneau! He will be discussing his book Mrs. Cook and the Klan. “Booze, law, politics, temperance, racism, and organized crime all converged one hundred years ago in Iowa. Tom Chorneau uncovers the origins of how each of these components became […]
Join us as we celebrate the release of Creatively Expanding the Premodern: Historical and Literary Afterlives by Carole Levin, Marguerite A.Tassi, Christine Stewart-Nuñez and Julia Griffin Co-authors Carole Levin and Marguerite A.Tassi will read from the book with Q&A and booksigning to follow. About the Book: This book highlights the stories of women from premodern history […]
Taco Tuesday Familia is a community of neighbors, friends, and families who come together to stand up for justice, dignity, and compassion in Nebraska. We are Latinos and allies who believe that when we share our stories and meals, and take action together, we can build a stronger, more welcoming state for everyone. Francie & […]
Join us on Saturday, January 24th as we welcome writer Brad Bigelow to Lincoln! He will be presenting his upcoming book Virginia Faulkner: A Life in Two Acts. Published by the University of Nebraska Press, this new book tells the story of writer and editor Virginia Falkner. You don't want to miss this fascinating history! Pre-Order […]
Join us as we welcome back beloved local artist Tom Sheppard as he presents his new show! We will be open late, until 7:30, for a reception during Lincoln's First Friday Art Walk on February 6th! We can't wait to see you there! About the Artist: Tom Sheppard is a well-known Nebraska artist, often associated […]
Join us as we celebrate the book launch of Kristen Hoerl's new book The Impossible Woman: Television, Feminism, and the Future! To order your copy today, visit the link HERE! About the Book: Although it may seem like the proliferation of strong women on television is a feminist achievement, a deeper look into their stories […]
On February 19th, author and adventurer Kevin Fedarko, will be presenting for the Beyond Adventure Speaker Series and signing books at the Swanson Auditorium in the Nebraska Union. You don't want to miss it! About the Book: The Grand Canyon is an American treasure, visited by more than 6 million people a year, many of […]
Join us on Saturday, February 21st as we welcome author and volleyball player Lexi Rodriguez and her co-author Kelsi Kautz to Francie & Finch Bookshop! Together they will present their new children's book The Big Little Dream. “Working with Lexi on this project has been a dream. We can’t wait to see how The Big […]
Join us at Francie & Finch Bookshop as we celebrate the newest edition of Willa Cather's The Professor's House, with Melissa Homestead! Homestead, a Professor of English and Program Faculty in Women's and Gender Studies at UNL, brings to life this new edition with a brand new introduction and notes for those looking to dive […]
Francie & Finch Bookshop is pleased to welcome back author and historian Carolyn Zeisset as she presents her newest novel for kids and adults, Caught in the Middle, a story about twelve-year-old Alice who is caught between childhood and adulthood, changing women’s roles, and World War I America and a German-speaking, peace-church heritage. The novel […]
Join us as we welcome back beloved children's author Alison Pearce Stevens as she brings hands on demonstrations to dive us into the world of her newest book When Beavers […]
Join us on Saturday, March 21st at 4:30 PM as we welcome 5 Nebraska poets to read from the new book 'until there are no words left' - Nebraska Poets […]
Join us at Francie & Finch Bookshop as we welcome farmer and author Ron Rosmann! He will be talking about his work in sustainable and organic farming, and will give […]
With excitement, Francie & Finch welcomes you to join us for a visit from author Elizabeth Zaleski! She will be presenting her new book of personal essays, The Trouble with […]
Calling all writers that believe in the power of story to connect, illuminate and move readers. Tom Hallman Jr., who won the 2001 Pulitzer Prize for Feature Writing, is […]
Come take part in Independent Bookstore Day 2026! We will be open from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM in celebration of the special role that independent bookstores hold in our […]
Join us at 4:30 PM on Saturday, May 2nd as we welcome Michael Clair an author and reporter at MLB.com specializing in international baseball and the World Baseball Classic. His […]
On Tuesday, June 9th, we welcome author and historian Garrett Peck, from New Mexico, to Francie & Finch Bookshop! He will be presenting his book, The Bright Edges of the […]
Join us as we welcome author Lisa Knopp on June 13th at 4:30! She will read from her recent book of essays, Ravelings, published by the University of Nebraska Press. […]
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Join us in welcoming poet Nicole Lachat as she presents her new book of poetry The Red We Silk. Nicole will be joined in a special conversation with fellow writer, […]
Maria Nazos sits down with Debra Nordyke to talk about her latest book of poetry, Pulse. Join us for this amazing author event! Book signing to follow the talk. "Named […]
Francie & Finch Bookshop is pleased to host the celebratation of the launch of Alena Bruzas 3rd novel, The Broken Edge of the World! Come hear her in conversation with […]