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Review: It took 17 years but ‘The Help’ author finally has a new book

Review: It took 17 years but ‘The Help’ author finally has a new book

  • Chris Hewitt, The Minnesota Star Tribune

Kathryn Stockett has written a huge book about three 20th century Mississippi women who come together despite their differences. No, I’m not talking about “The Help.” Coming 17 years after that blockbuster, Stockett’s second novel has a lot in common with her first. “The Calamity Club” also …

This week's bestsellers from Publishers Weekly

This week's bestsellers from Publishers Weekly

  • Publishers Weekly, Tribune News Service

Here are the bestsellers for the week that ended Saturday, May 9, compiled from data from independent and chain bookstores, book wholesalers and independent distributors nationwide, powered by Circana BookScan © 2026 Circana. (Reprinted from Publishers Weekly, published by PWxyz LLC. © 2026,…

Review: ‘Sheep Detectives’ unearth clues to good family entertainment

Review: ‘Sheep Detectives’ unearth clues to good family entertainment

  • Bruce R. Miller Lee Enterprises

You can’t pull the wool over all sheep’s eyes. In the charming mystery, “The Sheep Detectives,” a flock of them work together to figure out who killed their owner.

'Strike Force Five' podcast returns, Colbert talks 'rising tide of emotion'

'Strike Force Five' podcast returns, Colbert talks 'rising tide of emotion'

  • Brendan Morrow USA Today

Stephen Colbert, Seth Meyers, John Oliver, Jimmy Kimmel and Jimmy Fallon released the first new episode of their podcast since 2023.

Writer Julie Schumacher on women, hockey and serial killers

Writer Julie Schumacher on women, hockey and serial killers

  • Chris Hewitt, The Minnesota Star Tribune

MINNEAPOLIS — It’s no coincidence that all of the protagonists of the 13 stories in Julie Schumacher’s collection, “Patient, Female,” are women. The St. Paul writer and University of Minnesota professor of creative writing and literature hit bestseller lists with three novels about Jason Fit…

Movies in a Minute: "The Sheep Detectives"

Movies in a Minute: "The Sheep Detectives"

    Bruce Miller, Lee Enterprises' entertainment reporter, says that while "The Sheep Detectives" won't win any awards, it's not baaaaaaaad either.

    Independent films like ‘Neglected’ can open doors | Streamed & Screened podcast

    Independent films like ‘Neglected’ can open doors | Streamed & Screened podcast

    • BRUCE MILLER and TERRY LIPSHETZ Lee Enterprises

    There is something to be said about the opportunities that come with independent films.

    Independent films like ‘Neglected’ can open doors | Streamed & Screened podcast

    Independent films like ‘Neglected’ can open doors | Streamed & Screened podcast

      There is something to be said about the opportunities that come with independent films.

      PCOS renamed PMOS in global overhaul of women’s health term

      PCOS renamed PMOS in global overhaul of women’s health term

        A common hormonal disorder affecting millions of women worldwide is getting a new name, as experts say the previous term failed to reflect the full scope of the condition.

        COVID-19, pandemic trauma and why the hantavirus anxiety is hitting us so hard

        COVID-19, pandemic trauma and why the hantavirus anxiety is hitting us so hard

          A hantavirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship last week stirred up anxiety and feelings of unease for many people who are still grappling with the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

          Hantavirus vs. Covid: Low transmission efficiency means far less risk of another widespread outbreak

          Hantavirus vs. Covid: Low transmission efficiency means far less risk of another widespread outbreak

            Genie Godula is pleased to welcome Bryce Warner, Canadian virologist and Research Scientist at Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization. When reports emerged of suspected human to human transmission of the Andes virus, memories of the early days of COVID-19 were never far from public cons…

            Review: Writer visits not-so-jolly old London in adventure

            Review: Writer visits not-so-jolly old London in adventure

              How entertaining is “City of Iron and Ivy”? I didn’t particularly respond to a key element of the book but I loved it, anyway. St. Paul writer Thomas Kent West’s debut is set in the latter half of the 19th century, mostly in an alternative version of London (the queen is Viscaria, not Victoria). Elswyth Elderwood is determined to find out what happened to her sister Persephone, who seems to ...

              Writer Julie Schumacher on women, hockey and serial killers

              Writer Julie Schumacher on women, hockey and serial killers

                ST. PAUL, Minn. -- It’s no coincidence that all of the protagonists of the 13 stories in Julie Schumacher’s collection, “Patient, Female,” are women. The St. Paul writer and University of Minnesota professor of creative writing and literature hit bestseller lists with three novels about Jason Fitger, a cranky professor of creative writing and literature: “Dear Committee Members,” “The ...

                Pit Pass Live with insider Zion Brown: Palou fastest at first practice, IndyCar changes full course yellow rule

                Pit Pass Live with insider Zion Brown: Palou fastest at first practice, IndyCar changes full course yellow rule

                  Join motor sports insider Zion Brown as he recaps the first day of Indianapolis 500 practice. Interviews include Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing's Louis Foster and Dreyer & Reinbold Racing's Conor Daly.

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                  Review: ‘Sheep Detectives’ unearth clues to good family entertainment

                  Review: ‘Sheep Detectives’ unearth clues to good family entertainment

                  'Strike Force Five' podcast returns, Colbert talks 'rising tide of emotion'

                  'Strike Force Five' podcast returns, Colbert talks 'rising tide of emotion'

                  Movies in a Minute: "The Sheep Detectives"

                  Movies in a Minute: "The Sheep Detectives"

                  Independent films like ‘Neglected’ can open doors | Streamed & Screened podcast

                  Independent films like ‘Neglected’ can open doors | Streamed & Screened podcast

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                  Bland County Officials Push for New Guardrails on Route 52

                  Bland County Officials Push for New Guardrails on Route 52

                  Contributor content. Reports have documented blind curves and damaged infrastructure on Route 52, supporting the need for safety improvements.

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                  13 Birthday Gifts for the Cozy, Sentimental Cancer Zodiac Sign in Your Life

                  13 Birthday Gifts for the Cozy, Sentimental Cancer Zodiac Sign in Your Life

                  Contributor content. Find the perfect birthday gift for the cancer zodiac sign in your life. 

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                  Cryptocurrency Adoption in Business: Advantages and Challenges

                  Cryptocurrency Adoption in Business: Advantages and Challenges

                  Provided content. In this article we examine the types of businesses adopting cryptocurrencies, along with the advantages and disadvantages they face.

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                  Powerhouse partnership: Big Auto Injury Attorneys, The Popok Firm and ‘Legal AF’ podcast by MeidasTouch Network unite for justice

                  Content by Big Auto Injury Attorneys. Learn more about MeidasTouch Network’s “Legal AF” podcast's new partnership with Big Auto Injury Attorneys and The Popok Law Firm.

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