Ready … set … go! It’s time to race down to the old neighborhood bookstore because local favorite and former Northfield resident Siri Hustvedt (St. Olaf College, class of 1977) has a new book out. Well, actually, it comes out tomorrow, April 1 — no fooling.
The Sorrows of an American is Hustvedt’s first novel since [...]
Archive for March, 2008
Preparing for Hustvedt’s Latest
March 31, 2008Children’s Book Picks
March 28, 2008I always like to give kids books. But which books? It’s tough. In a year, two years, their reading ability changes so much. Then it’s difficult to know which are the best books period.
That’s why I found a new award so interesting. The little people’s choice awards, if you will. The Children’s Book Council has [...]
Jon Hassler Passes Away
March 27, 2008I saw a nice piece on Jon Hassler at MinnPost.com.
The Prime Position
March 26, 2008It’s funny about being a book lover. At least I have found this to be true. Maybe I am the only one, but I suspect I am not.
There are so many books out there — a staggering number, really — and yet from time to time I struggle to pick one up. I walk into [...]
Clackety Clack — Come Back!
March 24, 2008So maybe you’re going on break. A little get-away. And the kids … well … the wee one could use something to occupy his or her attention for a spell. Don’t tell me — I’ve got it! Clackers. These (see picture; click to enlarge) charming stories follow the adventures of Bee and Fish, two lovable [...]
A Thrilling Set of Books
March 21, 2008Ladies and gents, I present to you an awards ceremony that is certain to be filled with suspense!
That is, I now know the nominees for the 2008 Thriller Awards. The Thriller Awards, which are sponsored by International Thriller Writers, will be announced — with a gasp! — at something called the “ThrillerFest Gala Banquet” (that’s [...]
Harry Potter Bounty
March 20, 2008Rats! My bid came up just short.
The Crowds Love ‘Em Anyway
March 19, 2008It’s been awhile since I pointed my authoritative wing — shut up! — at River City Books’ national best seller section. Some folks miss it, in fact, since it’s not too far inside the door and by the time they get that far their eyes are seeing so many good options it’s hard to focus. [...]
For St. Patty’s Day
March 17, 2008There was a bird down at the store
Who wanted to be something more
But he ran into a some kind of trouble
Because his brain was the size of a bubble
And so he could be nothing but a bore.



