Interim editor | Books

Interim books editor Chris Hewitt previously worked at the Pioneer Press in St. Paul, where he wrote about movies and theater.

Armed with a degree in the lucrative field of history, Chris has written for publications that vary from a small-town newspaper to a city magazine to national sites. He's probably reading a good book right this minute.


Review: 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' is a winner, with tons of thrilling action

The revitalized series continues with a new hero and a crucial appearance by former Minnesota actor Peter Macon.


University of Minnesota professor's book investigates shocking medical research abuse

NONFICTION: Speaking with fellow whistleblowers, bioethicist Carl Elliott learned about the loneliness and frustration of calling attention to wrongdoing.


'The Endurance' author Caroline Alexander turns her attention to World War II in new book

NONFICTION: "Skies of Thunder" looks at military pilots, trying to get to China with supplies.


Minnesota Book Awards go to Mona Susan Power, Shannon Gibney and Emma Torzs

The awards were handed out Tuesday in nine categories.


Pulitzer Prize winner Hernan Diaz, Oscar-anointed Percival Everett and bestseller Rebecca Makkai coming to Hopkins for Pen Pals

Five top authors are featured in the annual lecture series, which is both in-person and virtual.


Peter Macon goes from North High School to Emmy Award to 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes'

Using motion-capture technology, the actor appears as a wise orangutan in "Kingdom."


Helen Simonson is in Jane Austen mode with 'The Hazelbourne Ladies Motorcycle and Flying Club'

FICTION: Her latest is set in an English coastal town, at the end of World War I.


Review: 'The Fall Guy' gets a lift from the charisma and humor of Ryan Gosling

No Kensplaining necessary. Gosling and Emily Blunt's rom-com/adventure is a crowd-pleaser.


An unlikely friendship blooms in warm novel 'Sipsworth' (hint: it's perfect for the cabin)

FICTION: Simon Van Booy's book is a gentle charmer.


This funny, bold book about moms and reading might be the perfect last-minute Mother's Day gift.

NONFICTION: In "The Book of Mothers," author Carrie Mullins explores "How Literature Can Help Us Reinvent Modern Motherhood."