Vicki Myron

About the Author

Vicki Myron is a former library director from Spencer, Iowa, whose extraordinary bond with a remarkable cat named Dewey Readmore Books transformed her life and captured the hearts of readers worldwide. After discovering the tiny, freezing kitten in the library's book drop one frigid night in 1988, Vicki nursed him back to health and watched as he became the unofficial mascot of the Spencer Public Library, bringing joy, comfort, and a sense of community to patrons of all ages. Her bestselling memoir, Dewey: The Small-Town Library Cat Who Touched the World, chronicled their heartwarming story and became a global phenomenon, inspiring millions with themes of resilience, kindness, and the healing power of animals. Following Dewey's passing, Vicki continued to honor his legacy through subsequent writings, including tales of the library's enduring spirit and the cats that followed in his paw prints. A devoted advocate for libraries and animal welfare, she now resides in Iowa, where she cherishes time with her family and the furry friends who keep her company.