Books
Two Pages Per Day: How Minneapolis Author Kate DiCamillo Became the Beverly Cleary of Her Generation
DiCamillo published her groundbreaking debut novel, 'Because of Winn-Dixie,' 25 years ago. Today, she’s ready to look back in disbelief on the miracle of her career.
A New Way to Get Lit at Twin Cities Breweries
At more and more local breweries, books and beer go hand in hand.
Strib Publisher Steve Grove’s Résumé-Padding Memoir Strives for Midwest Relatability Through AI-Evoking Prose
The ex-tech bro's description of Halloween will haunt you.
From Tokyo to Mickey’s Diner, Deborah Jiang-Stein’s ‘Lucky Tomorrow’ Is a Book of Belonging and Becoming
'I feel a little bit landlocked here,' Jiang-Stein says. Her stories are anything but.
Read an Excerpt From ‘Home Club,’ a New Book on the History of MN’s Legendary Acme Comedy Co.
Racket contributor Patrick Strait catalogs the world-famous comedy club's 'up-and-comers and comebacks.'
‘One Book at a Time’: The Future of Books? Think Small.
How indie authors forgo traditional publishing for the hustle.
‘Good Luck with Your Demons’: Local Tattoo Artist’s Book Debut Is Elegant Escapism
The collection of 99 ethereal paintings, created over the course of three weeks, offer an alternative to rationality and aim to channel… well… something.Â
Read an Excerpt From ‘The Many Facets of Eyedea,’ a New Oral History on the Celebrated MN Rapper
For the just-released book, publisher Parker Pubs collected quotes from dozens of people who knew Eyedea best.
A Maudlin Holiday Gift List of 2024 Books by MN Authors
Feeling sad? Let this list, which includes kids' books, tales of divorce, and recipes for cookies, soothe your sadness.
Author/Educator/Activist Shannon Gibney: ‘The Job Is to Help People Imagine a Different Way Forward’
Discussing 'We Miss You, George Floyd' and much more with Gibney, a celebrated local literary talent.
