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March 27, 2015 2:44 PM

App that blocks profanity in books draws ire from writers

Clean Reader -- an app designed to find, block and replace profanity in books -- has drawn considerable criticism from authors. This week, makers of the app announced they would no longer sell e-books.

by Colin Dwyer

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March 27, 2015 10:13 AM

Do you believe in ghosts? You might after reading this book

Author Hannah Nordhaus unravels the story of Santa Fe's most famous ghost, who just happens to be her great-great-grandmother.

by Maureen Corrigan

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March 26, 2015 11:59 AM

The Thread Book Club: 'Green on Blue'

Author Elliot Ackerman, who served five tours in Afghanistan and Iraq, talks with MPR News' Kerri Miller about his debut novel "Green on Blue."

by Tracy Mumford

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March 26, 2015 4:00 AM

Spread the words: Little Free Libraries find global following

The first Little Free Library went up in 2010 on a Hudson, Wis., street. What began with the remnants of a discarded garage door has become a worldwide phenomenon.

by Tim Nelson

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March 25, 2015 3:16 PM

Book briefs: The cover of Harper Lee's new book and more

The cover art is out for Harper Lee's forthcoming book. Get details on "Go Set a Watchman" and other literary highlights of the week.

by Tracy Mumford

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March 25, 2015 2:57 PM

Finalists announced for the Man Booker International Prize

The Man Booker International Prize is awarded every two years to an author for his or her contributions to fiction on the world stage.

by MPR News Staff

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March 25, 2015 12:19 PM

The secret history of prisoner-of war-camps in Minnesota

More than 15 prisoner-of-war camps sprung up around Minnesota during World War II. Author David Treuer drops readers into this little-known historical moment in his new novel "Prudence."

by Tracy Mumford