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May 1, 2023
By Katy Hershberger

Minneapolis Star-Tribune

Books editor Laurie Hertzel has retired after 15 years in the position. Writer Chris Hewitt will cover books for the paper.

Renaissance Literary & Talent

Jacklyn Saferstein-Hansen has been promoted to associate agent.

The Friedrich Agency

Marin Takikawa has been promoted to associate agent.

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