The South Dakota Humanities Council published five collections of stories written by and about your friends, family, and neighbors who call South Dakota home. The most recent edition, What Makes A South Dakotan?, was published in the fall of 2012 and released at the 2012 South Dakota Festival of Books.
The stories in these books were born in various chapters of our state’s history, and each collection documents a large theme of life in South Dakota.
SD Stories Bundle
SD Stories Gift Bundle – All Four Books for One Low Price!
One-room Country School
Rural life is the legacy of the state of South Dakota, and at the foundation of this legacy is the one-room country school, the theme of the first book in the “South Dakota Stories” series
Country Congregations
The affection for and nostalgia about the rural country church has many parallels to people’s feelings about the rural school, which made for a logical sequel exploring churches – country congregations were a bond that held the community together
On the Homefront
In war, family contributions extend beyond the absent beloved. In this collection of stories contributed by people from across South Dakota, readers explore not only perspectives of those who served on the front line, but also share in the experiences of those left to defend another front – The Homefront.
Life on the Farm & Ranch
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Life on the farm and ranch is an integral and essential part of being a South Dakota. In this compilation of stories, written by South Dakota residents, you will experience the struggles, joys, and profound meaning of living on a farm or ranch.
What Makes a South Dakotan
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For details about purchasing 10 or more copies of South Dakota Stories editions, and/or instructions for how to order by mail, call (605) 688-6113 or email info@sdhumanities.org.
2024 SD Festival of Books Commemorative Tshirt
The 2024 Festival of Books commemorative t-shirt, made of 100% preshrunk cotton, is available in adult sizes S-XXL.
2024 SD Festival of Books Commemorative Tote Bag
The 2024 Festival of Books commemorative tote bag features a zipper closure at the top of the bag and a zippered pocket on the front of the bag. The bag measures 17 1/2 ” wide x 11″ tall, with a 5″ base, suitable for toting your laptop and your books.
SDHC Commemorative Stoneware Mug
The SDHC commemorative stoneware mug is a great gift idea!
Each mug is individually handcrafted by Dakota Stoneware in Bushnell, SD.
A Blizzard of Stories Tote Bag
The “Blizzard Stories” tote bag features an open top and heavy duty woven handle. The bag measures 18″ wide x 14″ tall, with a 3 1/2″ base, suitable for carrying your laptop and your books. The purchase of this bag includes a complimentary copy of the SDHC publication, “A Blizzard of Stories,” a collection of written submissions from SDHC patrons.