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The Wright Conversations: Kwame Alexander
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Episode 24
Kwame Alexander comes to The Wright to discuss his newest book, "This is the Honey: An Anthology of Contemporary Black Poets" and read excerpts from his many writings. He curated a collection of contemporary anthems, being tender, piercing and deeply inspiring throughout. Featuring work from well-loved poets such as Rita Dove, Jericho Brown, Warsan Shire, Ross Gay, Tracy K. Smith, Terrance Hayes,
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Renée Fleming discusses her book "Music and Mind" at the 2024 LOC National Book Festival.
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Tiya Miles discusses her book "Night Flyer" at the 2024 Library of Congress national Book Festival.
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Author Abby Jimenez her romatic novel "Just for the Summer".
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