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Talking Volumes is an annual event series featuring notable authors in conversation about their new books. Presented by MPR News and The Minnesota Star Tribune.

Tell-alls, dramatic warnings and the Obamas lead political books of 2018

Tell-alls, dramatic warnings and the Obamas lead political books of 2018

This year brought memoirs from several former Trump administration officials, investigations by journalists reporting on Trump's White House -- and a look back from former first lady Michelle Obama.
by Meghan Collins Sullivan

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Book 'without borders' by 80+ artists lets kids color outside the lines

Book 'without borders' by 80+ artists lets kids color outside the lines

Children are invited to use their imaginations to fill in the blanks in "Coloring Without Borders." The bilingual book was created to help immigrant families separated at the U.S.-Mexico border.
by Noel King

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In 'Never Too Late,' finally, a guide for adults going to college

In 'Never Too Late,' finally, a guide for adults going to college

There are hundreds of books about picking the best college. But let's face it: Most of them are written for high schoolers. A new book offers a roadmap for older students.
by Elissa Nadworny

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The poet of Minnesota, Vietnam and mythical men

The poet of Minnesota, Vietnam and mythical men

Robert Bly is probably best known for his controversial nonfiction book 'Iron John.' But as a poet, he's conjured deeply resonant imagery of nature and war for 60 years, as his 'Collected Poems' reveal.
by Tom Vitale

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The best kids' books of 2018

Let's talk kids' books! Guest host Marianne Combs talked with two passionate experts in children's literature about the best books of 2018.
by Marianne Combs and Kelly Gordon

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The best books to give and get: Fiction picks of 2018

The best books to give and get: Fiction picks of 2018

From twisty thrillers to sweeping family dramas, here are some of The Thread's favorite reads of the year.
by MPR News Staff

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For December, 3 romantic holiday escapes

For December, 3 romantic holiday escapes

Get away from holiday stress and crummy weather with our romance picks for December. We've got great contemporary stories and a charming inversion of that classic Regency trope, the forced engagement.
by Maya Rodale

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