Books/Literature Events

Due to the storm damage and power outages in Bemidji, the conference has been canceled. The Minnesota Northwoods Writers Conference will host free, public evening sessions with Carl Phillips, Jennifer Foerster, Douglas Kearney, Toni Jensen and more.

In a new series, KAXE connects with independent bookstores in Northern Minnesota to talk about local business, what’s popular and book-related events in the region.

In a new series, KAXE connects with independent bookstores in Northern Minnesota to talk about local business, what’s popular and book-related events in the region.

In a new series, KAXE connects with independent bookstores in Northern Minnesota to talk about local business, what’s popular and book related events in the region.

Author Mark Cecil joined Area Voices to discuss his new book Bunyan and Henry and his upcoming book signing at Paul Bunyan Park in Bemidji.

The Minnesota Northwoods Writers Conference director Sean Hill talks about the conference which is held annually on the shores of Lake Bemidji and gives a rundown on the featured authors who will be reading their work during the free evening sessions.

Inspired by the library's summer reading theme, “Find Your Voice,” Hautala will lead a workshop for adults that encourages storytellers of all skill levels and abilities to consider how we use our “voices” to tell stories.

“A short walk outdoors to ground us (weather permitting) is followed by writing time. No experience needed, only a wee bit of courage. This guided approach to writing helps you find your own voice and generate new writing.”

Weber has profiled cold case homicides and narrated an investigative show on the Oxygen channel. His award-winning books include Murder Book, The I-94 Murders, Last Call, Lying Close, Burning Bridges and Black and Blue.

As a southerner, Kevin Young loves to write about food, family, friends and how complex and challenging it is to be a Black man in contemporary America.