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September has begun, and with it, the anticipation of autumn weather, school, and great fall reads. Emily Bright of MPR News spoke with three booksellers about current trends and favorite reads during a live conversation at the Minnesota State Fair. 

 in Duluth, which sells both new and used titles; Makkah Abdur Salaam, Lead Bookseller at 

 in St. Paul, which is an abolitionist bookstore that sells BIPOC authors; and Lisa Deyo, owner of 

 in Austin, which specializes in Minnesota authors.

The conversation celebrated Minnesota authors across the state and highlighted the huge variety of books drawing readers to the shelves. From history to dystopian science fiction to cozy romantasy, there was a little something for every reader. 

Click the audio player above to listen to their full discussion and check out the book recommendations below.

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September has begun, and with it, the anticipation of autumn weather, school, and great fall reads. MPR News host and newscaster Emily Bright spoke with three booksellers from Minnesota about current trends and their favorite reads during a live conversation at the Minnesota State Fair.

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