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The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library is pleased to announce the winners of the 25th annual Minnesota Book Awards, presented by Marvin Windows and Doors. More than 800 people attended a gala award ceremony on Saturday, April 13, hosted by author and comedienne Lorna Landvik.

“In the current economic environment, it’s important that our donors trust that we’re using our funding wisely to accomplish The Friends’ mission,” said Peter Pearson, Friends President. “Our 4-Star Charity Navigator rating demonstrates to our supporters that we take our fiduciary and governance responsibilities very seriously.”

Robert Hedin, founding director of the Anderson Center for Interdisciplinary Studies, will be honored with the Kay Sexton Award on Saturday, April 13 at the 25th annual Minnesota Book Awards Gala presented by Marvin Windows and Doors. The Sexton Award is presented annually to an individual or organization in recognition of long-standing dedication and outstanding…

Beyond the bragging rights, prizes for all finalists and winners included books and subscriptions to Fireball Crosswords, a night’s stay at the Crowne Plaza or DoubleTree Suites, dinner at Buca di Bepo, a gorgeous gift basket of gourmet snacks and wine from Mintahoe, brunches at M Street Café at the St. Paul Hotel, and of…

The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library is pleased to announce the finalists in all eight categories for the 25th Annual Minnesota Book Awards, sponsored by Marvin Windows and Doors. Saturday, January 26, 24 judges from around the state – writers, teachers, librarians, booksellers, and others from the literary community – selected the finalists for each of eight book categories. Read more about the finalist books and authors.