What stops would you put on the Minnesota literary tour?
After reading this review of South Toward Home by Margaret Eby, I started to think of what a “northern” literary tour …
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My favorite banned books
In honor of Banned Books Week, I thought I’d share with you some of my favorites. My bookshelves are filled …
Book review: The Grammar of God
My review of Aviya Kushner’s THE GRAMMAR OF GOD: A JOURNEY INTO THE WORLDS AND WORDS OF THE BIBLE, appears …
What one author best reflects Minnesota?
When you think of Minnesota, what author do you think best represents the state? Laurie Hertzel of the StarTribune wrote …
Review of Oliver Sacks’ “Hallucinations”
In November 2012 I wrote a review of “Hallucinations” for the Minneapolis StarTribune. RIP, Oliver Sacks. Your words will live …
We know the ending. So why do we read?
If you’re reading a novel and someone who has already read it talks about it, you might say, “Stop! I …
Relaxation: That’s what is making me happy this week
July Fourth, newspapers, and writing groups.
What’s making me happy (June 29)
Glen Campbell, podcasts, and book festivals.
Mankato’s Deep Valley Book Festival
If you’re in Mankato on Sunday, I’d love to see you at the Deep Valley Book Festival, a celebration of …
RIP Vincent Bugliosi
Helter Skelter remains one of my favorite books.
If You Have Five Seconds to Spare 