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  • My new short story, “Stranger at the Bad Luck Ball,” made history! At the Minnesota History Center that is. Inspired by Sherlock Holmes: The Exhibition on display at Minnesota History Center, writers were asked to “tap into your inner Arthur Conan Doyle and write a short mystery involving a Minnesota historical figure or event.” I chose a

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  • Catch me at the Twin Cities Book Festival! This year, we’re gathering at Saint Paul’s historic Union Depot, and I’ll be at the Calumet Editions table on Saturday afternoon, November 8. Swing by to chat, ask questions, and celebrate our shared love of books. With nearly 140 exhibitors, hundreds of authors, and endless reads to

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About the Archivist

Susan Koefod is an award-winning novelist known for her Arvo Thorson mystery series. The series debuted with “Washed Up”, praised by “Library Journal”, and includes “Broken Down” and “Burnt Out”. “Escapes and Other Stories” is her short story collection. Her latest novel, “Albert Park: A Memoir in Lies”, showcases her literary talent. Koefod has published short stories in “Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine” and other publications. She is a recipient of the Loft McKnight Artist Fellowship for Writers , a distinction of excellence and a $25,000 award open to Minnesota fine artists and writers.