Writer’s Corner welcomes William Kent Krueger and David Housewright, two acclaimed Minnesota mystery and crime fiction authors, for a conversation about books, craft, character, place, and the stories that keep readers coming back.
Originally aired: June 18, 2026
Writer’s Corner is a television interview program featuring conversations with writers, authors, reviewers, publishers, and other literary voices from Minnesota and beyond. Created by Alan Miller, the program has long offered thoughtful conversations about books, craft, publishing, and the stories behind the stories.
In this episode, William Kent Krueger and David Housewright discuss mystery writing, the Minnesota literary community, long-running series characters, storytelling choices, and the craft of building novels that resonate with readers.
William Kent Krueger is the New York Times bestselling author of the Cork O’Connor mystery series, as well as acclaimed standalone novels including Ordinary Grace and This Tender Land. His work is known for its deep sense of place, memorable characters, moral complexity, and emotional depth.
William Kent Krueger: https://williamkentkrueger.com/
David Housewright is the Edgar Award-winning author of the Holland Taylor mysteries, the Rushmore McKenzie novels, and other crime fiction. His books are closely associated with Minnesota mystery writing and sharp, character-driven storytelling.
David Housewright: https://www.davidhousewright.com/
Writer’s Corner is shared in connection with Bell Cow Productions, a literary media and author-support platform focused on connecting writers, readers, bookstores, libraries, and literary communities.
Bell Cow Productions: https://www.bellcowproductions.com/
Special thanks to Eagan-TV, Writer’s Corner’s home station. In the Twin Cities South Metro area, Writer’s Corner airs on E-TV Public Access, Comcast Channel 15, and CenturyLink Channel 8834. The program also airs on additional public TV stations serving communities throughout Minnesota and the Midwest.
Writer’s Corner: http://writers-corner.org/
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