May 8, 2026
The atmosphere of the Bog Wife is damp, oppressive, and ever present in the drama surrounding family history, tradition, and obligation with a specter of the supernatural haunting the periphery. The layers of metaphor stack upon each other like the sphagnum moss that layers the bog to become a rich peat.
—Obadiah, Sherwood Bookstore, Sherwood, OR
Whether it’s for Mother’s Day or just for a day of reading, you’ll find something amazing at Sherwood Bookstore and other independent bookstores. (Want bonus bog? We’ve got you– for fiction or nonfiction!)
