A Princess’s Summer in Okoboji | Sioux City News

Sioux City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 7, 2026 · 1m

A childhood dream turned into a magical reality: Katie Vander Zwaag spent three years crafting Once Upon an Okoboji, an 86-page fairy tale she wrote and illustrated herself, inspired by summers at Iowa’s Okoboji. Using her kids’ photos for the royal duo, she weaves local charm into every page—with hidden “Boji winks” and a glossary for fans to discover. Preorder now, and find it at The Barn Swallow—proof that the places that shaped us can become stories that enchant others. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on…