Objects in Mirror: June 12, 2008 Archive

Are more literary critics necessary?

Posted at 10:00 AM on June 12, 2008 by Julia Schrenkler

Today at 10 a.m. CT starting in a few minutes, Midmorning talks about the decline in book coverage:

The book sections of many American newspapers have been shrinking, and in some cases disappearing, over the past few years. While critics say this is a disservice to readers, some believe the growth of book-centered blogs and Web sites is filling the gap.

Is that true? Even MPR has an online book discussion group at mnreaders.gather.com. Are peer-based online book reviews less valuable than expert, print published ones?

Virtual trip to the St. Paul Farmer's Market

Posted at 2:53 PM on June 12, 2008 by Julia Schrenkler

Watch it for the food or even for a glimpse of good weather. Sights and sounds of the Farmer's Market:

Share video or pictures of your hometown farmer's market on Minnesota Life, MPR's community group.