Minnesota Literature News (United States)

The Litigators by Lindsay G. Arthur, Jr. is receiving rave reviews from the media and reviewers. Most recently reviewed by legal historian, a book reviewer, and a librarian the book received solid five star critiques.

A fresh and innovative project Open to Interpretation brings together photographers and writers in a collaborative book. Launch February 7, 2012, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Open Book in Minneapolis.

Two Scarletta Press titles continue their award-winning streaks by earning finalist spots in the USA "Best Books 2011" Awards.

As the history of Romeo and Juliet reveals, we like our love to hurt.

The ever-mischievous and cultural Bill Watkins will be putting his first two memoirs back into print as of August 9, 2011. Never-before-read stories and new covers only add to the already wonderful tales of this Celtic bard.

Pamela cory's debut novel hassie calhoun: a las vegas novel of innocence on sale today!

Authors Pamela Cory, Pendred Noyce, and Leonard Borman have all received recognition for their great writing with selections as Award-Winning Finalists.

Bikers connected with Chicago gangsters kidnap a six year old. After a two year hiatus the BoonieRats reunite and mobilize to rescue the son Jake Olson never knew he had, only to get caught up in a Mob war.

Publication announcement of "Hassie Calhoun: A Las Vegas Novel of Innocence" -- available June 1, 2011

Back in print books of Bill Watkins are now here with Scarletta Press!

Historical fiction author RW Holmen of Northfield jumps from the 1st century world of the Roman empire to the turbulent sixties and the Vietnam War, from Biblical fiction to short stories--vignettes of the Vietnam experience.

Mordred: Son of Arthur by Trina Dienger was released 03/23/2011. This book is the newest Arthurian Legend fictional account to date. Curious about other Arthurian characters like the Lady of the Lake? Look no further.

"It was a dark and stormy night, and my [pet]..."-prompted short stories wanted for the Petlitzer Prize Contest, hosted by "Good Grief: Finding Peace After Pet Loss" author Sid Korpi and "The Dog Doctor" Robert Forto. Deadline is May 31, 2011.

"The Woodsman' is a whimsical vignette of a day spent in the hardwood hills of central Minnesota. It is also a brief retrospective of the life of an old man as winter draws near. Available online in eBook format.

On June 1, 2011, "Hassie Calhoun: A Las Vegas Novel of Innocence" by Pamela Cory will be appearing in bookstores everywhere. Projected to be flying off the shelves just as quickly as it arrives, "Hassie" has recently undergone a makeover.

Sid Korpi, author of "Good Grief: Finding Peace After Pet Loss," and the hosts of Dog Works Radio, Dr. Robert & Michelle Forto, announce the next Petlitzer Prize writing contest, Pet-related Persuasive Essays. Deadline for entries is March 15, 2011.

Ty Alexander Huynh gives a piece of fiction history to fans of grand Celtic fairytales and adventures

Animal-loving writers are invited to submit their pet-related short stories to the Petlitzer Prize Contest hosted by Sid Korpi, animal chaplain and author of "Good Grief: Finding Peace After Pet Loss" and Dr. Robert Forto, host of "The Dog Doctor."

Suspense novel One Lowly Angel written by author Bill Ellingsen captures the attention of varied audiences by crossing into the realm of mainstream fiction while holding the gearheads’ interest.

MTD Inc. has been recognized by Hometown Roofing Contractors as a leading roofing contractor in Coon Rapids, MN.

FATE Magazine announces Brian Byers as the new Art Director and Tiffany Johnson as the new Communications Director.

Precocious Kids Publishing (PKP), has introduced a new category of children’s books referred to as “HI/HI” said PKP President Nedra Sims Fears. The books explore the ancestry of young Americans in a fun, fast-pace and entertaining way.

Keynote speaker Cathy Wurzer and several local authors will present workshops, do readings, and otherwise sell and sign their books at this 7th annual event.

Renaissance Learning Report Reveals Student Reading Habits

Anastasia Suen, 2009 ALA conference panelist, educator, prolific blogger, and author of more than 100 books for children, will sign copies of her acclaimed nonfiction and new fiction titles from Picture Window Books and Stone Arch Books at ALA 2009.

Poet's Debut is a Lush and Darkly Romantic Collection of Poems

C.S. Challinor, author of CHRISTMAS IS MURDER, the first in the Rex Graves Mystery Series, is the Featured Author for August 2008 at Soldiers' Angels, a non-profit charity that helps support service members wounded in Afghanistan and Iraq.

It is with great pleasure we announce the 1st Annual Minneapolis Urban League's Prostate Cancer Awareness and Education Day”, feature guest speaker, former bank executive, and prostate cancer survivor Mr. Robert Samuels.

Rayito de Sol – Spanish Immersion Preschool & Language Academy is the only Spanish Immersion School licensed by the Minnesota Department of Health and Human Services. The only one of its kind in Minnesota!

In "Living Consciously, Dying Gracefully: A Journey with Cancer and Beyond," award winning authors Nancy Manahan and Becky Bohan honor the heartening legacy of their sister-in-law Diane.

Summary: A groundbreaking book, "Living Consciously, Dying Gracefully: A Journey with Cancer and Beyond," by Nancy Manahan, PhD. and Becky Bohan, M.A., is a finalist in the USA Book News National Best Books of 2007 in the category of health/cancer.

A new sci-fi novel by Eric J. Obmann, which will be available shortly at most online booksellers.

Through a mix of creative nonfiction and poetry, PIVOT POINT challenges both Christian tradition and the popular movement it may have produced: the Jesus-only, "Jesus is our God" religion.