St. Paul Pioneer Press book critic Mary Ann Grossman will be in the studio to talk about the new books this fall season. Plus, we'll discuss the art of photography and talk to Minnesota poet Steve Healey about his new collection Earthling.
Books to checkout
It's the time when publishing houses unleash their best books of the year. Book critic Mary Ann Grossman will be in the studio to talk about what books she's enjoyed so far this year and what books she can't waiot to crack open. We'll also take your calls about what books from 2004 you think everyone needs to read.
Photography at the MIA
Ted Hartwell, photography curator at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts will stops by the studio to talk about the role of photography at the museum and what makes for a great picture.
Earthling
Steve Healey's first book of poems, "Earthling," is out on Coffeehouse Press. Dominic talks to Healey about post-ounk rock, Marvin the Martian and how adults lose contact with the irrational.
Choreographer Aneka McMullan
The Black Choreographer's Evening takes place tonight and tomorrow at Intermedia Arts in Minneapolis. Choreographer Aneka McMullan talks to us about her piece dedicated to old school hip hop. She says contemporary hip hop dance is all about looking good and it should be about real life and community.
New MPR Books Forum
The MPR Books Forum is the perfect space for all of us to discuss authors and all types of writing, but it wouldn't be complete without a host. MPR's own Marianne Combs, host of State of the Arts and a passionate reader, will be here to share her own take on books and guide discussions.
