Play4min 24secMinnesota novelist Brian Duren's new 'Gravity' December 4, 2023 4:11 AMBy Euan KerrTwin Cities writer Brian Duren published two novels in the past six months, his latest, “Gravity of Love.” It’s been kind of a wild ride for Duren, who said he’s learned a lot of unexpected things about the books trade.
Beyoncé’s ‘Renaissance’ is No. 1 at the box office with $21 million debutDecember 3, 2023 1:13 PMBy The Associated PressBeyoncé ruled the box office this weekend. Her concert picture, “Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé,” opened in first place with $21 million in North American ticket sales, according to estimates from AMC Theatres Sunday.
Play1min 53secAsk a Bookseller: 'What the River Knows' December 2, 2023 8:00 AMBy Emily BrightAmy Jiron of Hearthfire Books in Evergreen, Colo., recommends a visit to the Nile this December, in the form of Isabel Ibañez's novel "What the River Knows."
Liz Cheney is back and unloading on the current leaders of her ancestral GOP December 2, 2023 4:00 AMBy Ron Elving There is no good time for a book as critical of one's own party as “Oath and Honor,” but it is particularly uncomfortable for the GOP to be taking these punches right now.
The personal Sandra Day O'Connor: A backstage force and front stage starDecember 1, 2023 3:40 PMBy Nina Totenberg Whether the subject was affirmative action, states’ rights, campaign finance, national security or abortion, hers was often the voice that spoke for the court.
Play4min 39secSoviet diaspora artists open two shows at Museum of Russian ArtDecember 1, 2023 12:48 PMBy Alex CipolleTwo exhibitions at the Museum of Russian Art in Minneapolis showcase unique interpretations of traditional iconography and politically charged art, reflecting the artists’ Soviet diaspora experiences.
Play51min 16secSafiya Sinclair liberates herself in 'How to Say Babylon'December 1, 2023 11:40 AMBy Kerri Miller and Kelly GordonIn her new, haunting memoir, poet Safiya Sinclair recounts her childhood in Jamaica, where her father’s strict Rastafari religion kept her controlled and quiet. She is quiet no more.
Play4min 20secMinnesota fiddle builder brings new life to an old Norwegian folk instrument December 1, 2023 11:35 AMBy Dan GundersonMaster fiddle builder Bud Larsen is passing on his knowledge of the Hardanger fiddle to apprentices in the Fargo-Moorhead area. His work is creating a new generation of fiddle makers and players.
Play47min 53secKerri Miller and two book lovers share their favorite books of 2023December 1, 2023 10:55 AMBy Kerri Miller and Kelly GordonKerri Miller and two book lovers, Glory Edim and Julie Buckles, share their favorite books they read in 2023.
Play3min 17secCube Critics discuss 'Scott Pilgrim Takes Off' and 'Scavengers Reign'December 1, 2023 9:54 AMBy Jacob Aloi and Aron WoldeslassieCube Critics Jacob Aloi and Aron Woldeslassie review “Scott Pilgrim Takes Off” and “Scavengers Reign.”