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The Thread® - Books and Literary News

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Before 'Fences,' August Wilson was a poet -- and a St. Paulite

Before 'Fences,' August Wilson was a poet -- and a St. Paulite

"Fences" is making its silver screen debut this week. But before it was adapted by Hollywood, "Fences" began on the stage, penned by two-time Pulitzer prizewinner -- and one-time St. Paulite -- August Wilson.
by Euan Kerr and MPR News Staff

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J.K. Rowling is releasing two new books

J.K. Rowling is releasing two new books

The "Harry Potter" author announced the news on Twitter. One will be part of her Cormoran Strike series, but the other is a mystery.
by Tracy Mumford

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'Hidden Figures,' 'The Glass Universe,' and why science needs history

'Hidden Figures,' 'The Glass Universe,' and why science needs history

Women's contributions to scientific progress are often ignored -- but two new books, Dava Sobel's "The Glass Universe" and Margot Lee Shetterly's "Hidden Figures," are out to remedy that oversight.
by Genevieve Valentine

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A bookish gift guide

A bookish gift guide

Books can be delightful, mind-blowing, memory-making, world-changing gifts. Plus, they're easy to wrap.
by Tracy Mumford

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Great books to inspire English language learners

Great books to inspire English language learners

Way too many students who are English language learners are reading below grade level. Here are five culturally relevant books that might spark their curiosity.
by Mayra Linares

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Overdue by more than 120 years, library book finally finds its way home

Overdue by more than 120 years, library book finally finds its way home

The copy of "The Microscope and Its Revelations" was kept by a student who graduated in 1894. Now, over a century later, his 77-year-old granddaughter has sent it back. Don't worry about the late fees.
by Colin Dwyer

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Ask a bookseller: Eso Won Books in Los Angeles

Ask a bookseller: Eso Won Books in Los Angeles

With issues of race and poverty more relevant than ever, bookstore owner James Fugate said he likes "books that offer some kind of solution."
by Tracy Mumford

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The best kid's books to give this year

The best kid's books to give this year

Two children's book experts share their favorites reads for everyone from toddlers to young adults.
by MPR News Staff

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