2026 Minnesota Book Awards Next Wednesday

Less than a week remains until the 38th annual Minnesota Book Awards! Hundreds of writers and book-lovers from across Minnesota will converge in St. Paul on Wednesday, May 6 to celebrate the rich literary landscape right here in our own backyard. Whether you like mysteries, memoirs, or a mix of everything, the state’s Book Awards are sure to leave you with a taller “TBR” pile!

Tickets are still available to attend the ceremony in person at the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts. Cost is $27 per seat, inclusive of processing fees.

In addition to the program proper, guests will have the opportunity to meet and congratulate their favorite authors, purchase finalist books – and of course, get them signed. Click here for more details.  

Or: If you want to hear the announcements and experience the fun from the comfort of your own home, there is also a FREE streaming option. Click here to register.

BONUS: You can learn more about the 36 finalist books through Meet the Finalists “elevator pitches” available on the YouTube channel of MNBA steward The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library. Click here for the full playlist.