We know libraries are essential for thriving communities, but even in a city that loves its libraries, public funding isn’t enough to provide all the resources that residents seek. With the help of community members, The Friends invests in the Library through fundraising, advocacy, and programming. Watch our short video or click on the image…
Read More2023 Annual Minnesota Book Awards Winners AnnouncedSAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA, May 3, 2023 – The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library has announced the winners of the 2023 Minnesota Book Awards, presented this year by sponsor Education Minnesota. In addition to winners in nine categories, The Friends presented the Kay Sexton Award to the previously…
Read MoreBrad Zellar, author of Till the Wheels Fall Off Novel & Short Story Category, sponsored by Jeff Janisch Each week leading up to the 35th annual Minnesota Book Awards, we are featuring exclusive interviews with our finalists. You can also watch the authors in conversation with their fellow category finalists here. Would you tell us…
Read MoreKurt and Ellie Johnson, authors of The Barrens Novel & Short Story Category, sponsored by Jeff Janisch Each week leading up to the 35th annual Minnesota Book Awards, we are featuring exclusive interviews with our finalists. You can also watch the authors in conversation with their fellow category finalists here. Would you tell us one…
Read MoreKaren E. Cooper, author of When Minnehaha Flowed With Whiskey: A Spirited History of the Falls Emilie Buchwald Award for Minnesota Nonfiction Category, sponsored by Annette and John Whaley Each week leading up to the 35th annual Minnesota Book Awards, we are featuring exclusive interviews with our finalists. You can also watch the authors in…
Read MoreWill Steger and Rita Mae Steger with Beth Dooley, authors of The Steger Homestead Kitchen: Simple Recipes for an Abundant Life Emilie Buchwald Award for Minnesota Nonfiction Category, sponsored by Annette and John Whaley Each week leading up to the 35th annual Minnesota Book Awards, we are featuring exclusive interviews with our finalists. You can…
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