Libraries to host author

The Tuscarawas County Public Library System and Dover Public Library will host New York Times best-selling author Gregg Olsen this January. Olsen will speak at the Dover Public Library on Monday, Jan. 15 at 6:30 p.m. and the Tuscarawas Main Library on Saturday, Jan. 20 at 11 a.m. Olsen will discuss the death of Wayne County resident Ida Stutzman in his latest true crime book, “The Amish Wife.”

The book details the 1977 death of Stutzman, a pregnant wife and mother who authorities believe perished during a barn fire. After her passing a slew of suspicious deaths followed her husband Eli Stutzman Jr. around the country. These deaths included the death of their son Daniel, also known by many as Little Boy Blue. With the help of Ida Stutzman’s brother Daniel Gingerich, witnesses and forgotten letters, Olsen uncovers the truth hidden for 45 years.

A book sale and signing will follow the programs. To register for these free programs, call the Dover Public Library at 330-343-6123 or the Tuscarawas Main Library at 330-364-4474.

The Dover Public Library is located at 525 N. Walnut St. in Dover and the Tuscarawas Main Library is located at 121 Fair Ave. NW in New Philadelphia.