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The Haunted Bookshop @bookshopghost.bsky.social · Jul 23

Stickers have arrived! We love what @kevincannon.bsky.social did with the design on the right (totally captured the mood here!) and the logo on the left is by Claudia McGehee (www.claudia-mcgehee.com).

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Kevin Cannon @kevincannon.bsky.social · Jun 12

Welcome to the newest members of MIBA @midwestbooksellers.bsky.social

Please go find them on Bsky, IG & FB and say hi! 👋

#booksky #bookstores

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Kevin Cannon @kevincannon.bsky.social · Jun 8

My newest puzzle CABIN FEVER is out! Perfect for dads, grads, and anyone wearing plaids.

www.puzzletwist.com/kevincannon

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Chris Steller @chrissteller.bsky.social · Jun 4

Raised in the City: The Replacements' Minneapolis (a map by Pat Ganley and Kevin Cannon)

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Kevin Cannon @kevincannon.bsky.social · May 24

Great to meet you today, Al! Can’t wait to surprise my son with this box, he’s going to absolutely love it.

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Kevin Cannon @kevincannon.bsky.social · May 21

** Disclaimer: I'm not associated with this screening, I'm just a big blubbering fan who wants to help spread the word and also, candidly, move some posters **
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Kevin Cannon @kevincannon.bsky.social · May 21

A little fan art to plug a not-to-be-missed show at the Parkway this Saturday... HUNDREDS OF BEAVERS @hundredsofbeavers.bsky.social, the 2024 cult hit fresh off a UK barnstorming tour, is in Minneapolis for one night only. And there's a COSTUME CONTEST!
Tickets: theparkwaytheater.com

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Kevin Cannon @kevincannon.bsky.social · May 19

Recent illustrations for @mspmag.bsky.social's annual Mpls.St.Paul Jr. issue! #OnlyinMN

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Kevin Cannon @kevincannon.bsky.social · May 18

Built this Creeper with my 6 yr old… complete with adjustable joints & TNT heart!

#minecraft #creeper

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Kevin Cannon @kevincannon.bsky.social · May 9

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Hundreds of Beavers Movie @hundredsofbeavers.bsky.social · May 2

if you'd like to see a wide re-release of Hundreds of Beavers in theaters this year, one night only, in thousands of cities — repost this. we've got some doubters.

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Kevin Cannon @kevincannon.bsky.social · Apr 29

two hours until andor

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Kevin Cannon @kevincannon.bsky.social · Apr 29

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Kevin Cannon @kevincannon.bsky.social · Apr 29

Whittier, Minneapolis

Recent project for Whittier Alliance, featuring @artsmia.bsky.social, MCAD, Karmel Mall, Soo Line Community Garden, & others.

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Kevin Cannon @kevincannon.bsky.social · Apr 25

See you tomorrow, Madison!

Saturday, April 26

1-2pm: Lake City Books
3-4pm: Mystery to Me Books

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Kevin Cannon @kevincannon.bsky.social · Apr 23

Every year Twin Cities Geek publishes the most comprehensive guide to the Twin Cities bookstore scene on IBD. Bookmark this link for your adventures on Saturday!

Twin Cities Geek @twincitiesgeek.com · Apr 23

Your annual guide to #IndependentBookstoreDay is here! See the sales, giveaways, author signings, and more happening at stores throughout #Minnesota (and a few across the border) this Saturday. #IndieBookstoreDay #IBD2025 #IndiesFirst #ShopSmall #BookSky #TwinCitiesGeeks

The MN Guide to Independent Bookstore Day 2025

On April 26, 2025, bookstores throughout Minnesota and around the country will be celebrating Independent Bookstore Day.

twincitiesgeek.com

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Goblin Market Manga & Curiosities @goblinmkt.bsky.social · Apr 23

Midwest Indie Bookstore Roadmaps are here! Pick one up for free and explore book shops across the Midwest.

Ryvre of Goblin Market holding an unfolded poster with a map of the US Midwest

A close up of Chicago on the Midwest Indie Bookstore Road Map showing Goblin Market

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Kevin Cannon @kevincannon.bsky.social · Apr 23

thanks! 🙌

Kevin Cannon @kevincannon.bsky.social · Apr 18

See you in Madison, WI next Saturday!

To celebrate Indie Bookstore Day I'll be signing MIBA Bookstore Roadmaps and puzzles at two great stores, Lake City Books and Mystery to Me.

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Kevin Cannon @kevincannon.bsky.social · Apr 10

happy 100th bday 🍰

Lots going on in the Twin Cities today to celebrate, including a swanky party at Story Line Books, a live reading at the MN History Center, and a graphic novel adaptation signing by the great K. Woodman-Maynard at Brother Justus Whiskey.

#thegreatgatsby #fscottfitzgerald

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Kevin Cannon @kevincannon.bsky.social · Apr 1

Love seeing this in the wild! Word on the street is that these posters will be available online in a few weeks. As always, follow @hundredsofbeavers.bsky.social for the latest news.

Jacob Graveison @jacobdavison.bsky.social · Mar 31

Finally framed this glorious HUNDREDS OF BEAVERS poster I got at the New Beverly #35mm screening by @kevincannon.bsky.social A testament to great art and great cinema! @hundredsofbeavers.bsky.social #HundredsOfBeavers @newbeverly.bsky.social

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BJ Colangelo @bjcolangelo.bsky.social · Mar 29

Tonight I was honored to introduce @hundredsofbeavers.bsky.social to a sold-out crowd at the @newbeverly.bsky.social I’ll hold this memory in my Midwest heart forever. Hail to the beave!

Thank you @justincookpr.bsky.social for the privilege!

BJ Colangelo outside the New Beverly with one of the Hundreds of Beavers

BJ Colangelo and Justin Cook outside of the marquee at the New Beverly for Hundreds of Beavers.

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Kevin Cannon @kevincannon.bsky.social · Mar 28

LA folks: Hundreds of Beavers (@hundredsofbeavers.bsky.social) starts a 3-day run today at the @newbeverly.bsky.social! Check out the brand new 35mm print & grab one of my posters there while you're at it.

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Kevin Cannon @kevincannon.bsky.social · Mar 27

Wrapping up some background doodles for the 2025 Indie Bookstore Roadmap, which goes to press today!

Grab a FREE copy of the map at any of 300 participating bookstores on Indie Bookstore Day: Saturday, April 26, 2025.

#IndieBookstoreRoadmap

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