Beyond the Shelf

Supporting Minneapolis Through Its Independent Bookstores

Support Minneapolis by shopping its independent bookstores. A look at Milkweed Books, Moon Palace Books, and…
Author Interview: Joseph Asphahani

An in-depth author interview with Joseph Asphahani recorded in late November 2025, discussing creative inspiration, Dungeons…
Author Interview: Ana Hebra Flaster

Dive into this in-depth author interview with Ana Hebra Flaster, writer of Property of the Revolution,…
Shelf-Strolling in Savannah: A Quick Guide to Local Bookshops

Discover three charming independent bookstores in Savannah, including what to expect, how to plan your visit,…
Trying Out a New Kind of Advent Calendar: A Chapter-a-Day Book

Discover my first impressions of a unique Advent book that lets you read one chapter a…
Author Interview: Janis M. Falk

Discover author Janis M. Falk, writer of Not Yet Lost, as she shares her journey from…
Kenosha’s Cozy Book Crawl: Studio Moonfall & Blue House Books

Discover two charming indie bookstores in Kenosha, Wisconsin: Studio Moonfall and Blue House Books. Explore community…
Author Interview: Heather Ogden

Author Heather Ogden chats about her debut novel The Betrayal: The Lies We Fear, how her…
Author Interview: Stephanie J. Scott

Get to know romance author Stephanie J. Scott (aka Stephanie Jayne) in this exclusive Q&A about…
A Hidden Gem in Jasper, Indiana: The Next Chapter Bookstore

Discover The Next Chapter Bookstore in Jasper, Indiana: a cozy spot with coffee, new and used…