Arts and Culture

Twin 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 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.

Amy 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."

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.

Whether the subject was affirmative action, states’ rights, campaign finance, national security or abortion, hers was often the voice that spoke for the court.

Two 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.

In 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.

Master 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.

Kerri Miller and two book lovers, Glory Edim and Julie Buckles, share their favorite books they read in 2023.

Cube Critics Jacob Aloi and Aron Woldeslassie review “Scott Pilgrim Takes Off” and “Scavengers Reign.”