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A New Chapter for Denver: Blue Book Festival Debuts at Larimer Square
Meeting a local author, making a journal, and finding a new bedtime favorite are all on the agenda when Little Blue Pigeon Books launches its inaugural Blue Book Festival at Larimer Square on Saturday, Oct. 10. The free festival runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., bringing together more than 30 Colorado authors for book signings, meet-and-greets, children’s crafts, and other literary activities. Two separately ticketed author conversations will take place next door at Apollo Hall.
Violet Stoudt
Oct 93 min read


Blue Book Festival takes over Larimer Square this weekend
Book lovers from all over Colorado will be coming down to Larimer Square this weekend for the first ever “Blue Book Festival” There will be over 30 authors, a mystery book wall, and family-friendly activities for all! Founder Paige Dungan joined the show to tell us more. The Blue Book Festival is happening Saturday Oct. 10 at Larimer Square. To learn more, click here. View original article here.
Violet Stoudt
Oct 91 min read


Fun Things To Do in Denver, October 6 to 12
From an inaugural literary fest at Larimer Square to a race up the Red Rocks steps, here are the best events in and around the Mile High City this week. By: KIM HABICHT OCTOBER 5, 2026 "The Blue Book Festival Bookworms will want to take their nose out of their tomes for this one: More than 30 local authors will descend on Larimer Square for this inaugural literary festival hosted by Little Blue Pigeon. The event will include talks from authors like James Beard Award–winning s
Violet Stoudt
Oct 91 min read


Free things to do in Denver (and beyond) this week, Sept. 28-Oct. 4
"The Blue Book Festival Saturday, Oct. 10, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.Larimer Square, centered around Little Blue Pigeon Books, 1413 Larimer St. Head to Larimer Square for free author meet-and-greets, readings, panels, book signings and more around Larimer Square. There will also be ticketed author talks with Jenny Lawson and Alexis Nikole Nelson." By Kristen Fiore Read the full article here.
Violet Stoudt
Oct 21 min read


Get cozy this fall with these Denver book clubs and events
Little Blue Pigeon Book Club and Pitch-A-Book Night Book Club: last Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m.; Pitch-A-Book: Tuesday, Sept. 29, 6:30Little Blue Pigeon, 1413 Larimer St. Average size: 8-15 people How to participate: RSVP online so the team can plan for food and drinks, but it’s free. Drop-ins are also welcome. Frommer’s just selected this quaint bookshop as one of 25 independent bookstores it loves in the U.S., and it’s the only Denver bookstore on the list. What m
Violet Stoudt
Sep 202 min read


Violet Stoudt
Sep 90 min read


The Indie Bob Spot
Little Blue Pigeon - Denver, CO My only regret visiting Little Blue Pigeon is I know it is going to show amazing and beautiful growth in the coming months and years. Already, in its three short months it is off to an impressive start. In this short time, its success has been excellent and is split 50/50 between tourists and locals. Owner Paige D.'s vision was to create a neighborhood bookstore vibe, small in size but comfy in spirit and well-curated. She has definitely hi
Violet Stoudt
Sep 32 min read


Your Crisis, Our Shopping Recommendation: A Denver Retail Therapy Guide
Little Blue Pigeon Best for: Books Why: Need a mental escape? Where: 1413 Larimer St., Denver (LoDo) Get lost at Little Blue Pigeon bookstore. The charming front doors of the new-in-April Larimer Square storefront open to a whimsical hand-painted mural of storybook characters. Owner Paige Dungan’s offerings are curated to enhance your literary universe, from a tight selection of books to novel- themed PJs (from Denver-based Storylines by Sav) to the children’s area, which let
Violet Stoudt
Sep 31 min read


25 Independent Bookstores We Love
From coast to coast, our picks for the stores that are true literary experiences by Rachel Hischhaut/Pauline Frommer Little Blue Pigeon, Denver, Colorado Set in Denver's historic Larimer Square neighborhood in a former 19th century dance hall (the building also housed a saddlery and a headquarter for the Masons over the decades), Little Blue Pigeon is an unusually handsome, high ceilinged store, with lots of nooks for curling up with a good book. Founder Paige Dungan was a bo
Violet Stoudt
Sep 31 min read


Fill Up Your Summer Reading List with These Suggestions from Little Blue Pigeon
See the full article from 9News here.
Paige Dungan
Jul 281 min read


Check out the ‘Immersive Book Retreat’ with Little Blue Pigeon
Little Blue Pigeon is a woman and family-owned bookstore that covers a variety of genres and provides a sense of belonging to every guest. It combines books with a touch of magic and owner Paige Dungan joined the show to tell us about it. Paige also spoke with GDC’s Jeff Schroeder about some of their upcoming ‘Immersive Book Retreats.’ The Little Blue Pigeon Bookstore is located at 1413 Larimer St. In Denver. See the full article here.
Paige Dungan
Jul 281 min read


Little Blue Pigeon: a charming independent bookstore in downtown Denver
If you live in Denver or plan on traveling there, Little Blue Pigeon is a must-visit. A book lover’s dream, this woman-owned independent bookstore is nestled in a historic building in Larimer Square. In addition to a wide selection of hardback and paperback books, Little Blue Pigeon has ongoing events and surprises for all ages to enjoy. Meet Paige Dungan It’s clear from the jump that Paige Dungan, CEO of Little Blue Pigeon, knows books. As a former book publicist for more th
Krista Bayer
Jun 233 min read


Little Blue Pigeon Books on CW2 KWGN-TV at 8AM on 5/24
Little Blue Pigeon Books on CW2 KWGN-TV at 8AM on 5/24
Paige Dungan
Jun 100 min read


Little Blue Pigeon Books on CW2 KWGN-TV at 7AM on 5/24
Little Blue Pigeon Books on CW2 KWGN-TV at 7AM on 5/24
Paige Dungan
Jun 100 min read


Little Blue Pigeon Books on FOX31 Morning News at 11AM on 5/24
Little Blue Pigeon Books on FOX31 Morning News at 11AM on 5/24
Paige Dungan
Jun 100 min read


Paige Dungan
Jun 100 min read


Little Blue Pigeon Books on FOX31 Morning News at 9AM on 5/24
Little Blue Pigeon Books on FOX31 Morning News at 9AM on 5/24
Paige Dungan
Jun 100 min read


Little Blue Pigeon Books on FOX31 Morning News at 8AM on 5/24
Little Blue Pigeon Books on FOX31 Morning News at 8AM on 5/24
Paige Dungan
Jun 100 min read


Paige Dungan
Jun 100 min read


Find Your Next Summer Read at Little Blue Pigeon
aige Dungan, owner of Little Blue Pigeon Books, sat down with Tory Shulman at Colorado and Company to talk about the newest Indie Bookstore in Downtown Denver.
Krista Bayer
May 81 min read
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