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SUMMARY:Can We Talk Across Divides? Nolan Finley & Stephen Henderson on The Civility Book | Author Talk & Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:PBS Books invites you to a Virtual Town Hall Author Talk with acclaimed journalists Nolan Finley and Stephen Henderson to explore their new release\, The Civility Book. Once adversarial editorial voices on opposite sides of the political spectrum\, these authors have now joined forces to share an inspiring message: civil conversation is not only possible\, it’s essential. \nIn this live\, interactive event hosted by Heather-Marie Montilla\, Nolan and Stephen will talk about the personal journey that led to this collaboration\, the real-world challenges they’ve faced\, and the everyday ways their Four Pillars of Civility can help families\, friends\, and communities stay connected despite differences. \nViewers will have the chance to submit their own questions during the conversation\, making this more than just an author talk—it’s a town hall for anyone who’s ever wondered how we can disagree without tearing each other down. \nHost\n\nHeather-Marie Montilla\nHeather-Marie Montilla\, a dynamic integrative leader\, is an educator and nonprofit manager. She has worked in the nonprofit sector and libraries for over two decades\, making a positive impact in arts\, cultural\, educational\, and community-building arenas. \nHaving joined the PBS Books team as their Library Bureau Chief in Fall 2018\, Montilla is now the National Director of PBS Books and has interviewed more than 150 writers. In addition\, she is a faculty member at Michigan State University and Eastern Michigan University for their Arts and Cultural/Entertainment Management Programs. Having been an Executive Director for 8 years\, Heather has a wide range of experience in management\, finance\, strategic planning\, marketing\, and fundraising. Heather holds a MPA From Columbia University\, a MLIS from Wayne State University\, and a bachelor’s from Duke University. She lives in Chicagoland\, and is married with four children\, a dog\, and a bird. \n\n\nGuests\nStephen Henderson\nJournalist\nStephen Henderson is an American journalist and winner of the 2014 Pulitzer Prize for Commentary and the 2014 National Association of Black Journalists Journalist of the Year Award—both received while writing for the Detroit Free Press. A native of Detroit\, Henderson is a graduate of the University of Detroit Jesuit High School and the University of Michigan. Since 2015\, he has been the host of Detroit Today on WDET\, and in 2020\, he founded BridgeDetroit\, where he serves as executive editor. Henderson is cohost of One Detroit and host of American Black Journal on Detroit Public Television. \nNolan Finley\nAuthor & Journalist\nNolan Finley has held many positions at the Detroit News since the start of his career there as a copy boy\, including city editor\, business editor\, politics editor\, and deputy managing editor. In 2000\, he was named editorial page editor\, where he directs the expression of the newspaper’s editorial position on various national and local issues and writes a column in the Sunday newspaper. He graduated from Schoolcraft College and Wayne State University\, and in 2012\, he was inducted into the Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame. Finley was also a cohost of One Detroit on Detroit Public Television.
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SUMMARY:Louisiana | American Stories: A Reading Road Trip Episode 105
DESCRIPTION:Hit the gas and join PBS Books and the Library of Congress as we roll into Louisiana on American Stories: A Reading Road Trip! Join us on November 5th at 8pm ET/ 7pm CT for a PBS Books Facebook Live event\, or on the PBS Books YouTube channel\, the PBS app\, or pbs.org. Visit pbsbooks.org/readingroadtrip to learn more. \nStep into a literary heritage as rich and soulful as a bowl of gumbo. From George Washington Cable’s The Grandissimes and Grace King’s Balcony Stories\, which sought to capture Creole life\, to Ernest J. Gaines’s powerful reflections in A Lesson Before Dying and Shirley Ann Grau’s Pulitzer Prize–winning The Keepers of the House\, Louisiana writers have long explored themes of identity\, justice\, and belonging. Even Anne Rice transformed the mystique of New Orleans into the hauntingly gothic world of Interview with the Vampire. \nHear from celebrated contemporary voices who capture the heart and rhythm of Louisiana today. Farrah Rochon shares how she uses Louisiana as a character in all her stories including the Bayou Dreams Series\, while Maurice Carlos Ruffin shines a light on underrepresented voices in The American Daughters. Author-illustrator William Joyce celebrates imagination in The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore\, and poet Julie Kane\, in Rhythm & Booze\, distills the wit and musicality of New Orleans into verse. Together\, they remind us that in Louisiana\, stories don’t just live on the page—they dance\, sing\, and celebrate the soul of a place like no other. \nThe trip doesn’t end there- Along the way visit the Milton H. Latter Memorial Library- housed in a beautiful and historic mansion\, stop into a handful of celebrated independently owned bookstores\, visit the French Quarter where you might hear someone shouting\, “Stella!” from the balcony\, and peek into the renowned and haunted Hotel Monteleon. These literary landmarks and so many others showcase the vast and influential history of Louisiana. \nAbout American Stories: A Reading Road Trip\nPack your curiosity —PBS Books is hitting the road! In partnership with the Library of Congress Centers for the Book\, American Stories: A Reading Road Trip shines a spotlight on individual U.S. states and select territories to uncover their one-of-a-kind literary treasures. \nFrom iconic authors and unforgettable books to hidden-gem bookstores\, amazing libraries\, and the real-life locations that inspired great works\, this cross-country adventure celebrates the stories that have shaped our shared identity. Along the way\, we’ll meet bestselling authors\, passionate booksellers\, and local storytellers —plus share highlights from local programs and events hosted by each state’s Center for the Book —revealing how their corner of America has left its mark on the nation’s imagination. Aligned with America’s 250th birthday\, each episode invites viewers to explore the heart\, history\, and creative spirit of the United States —all through the lens of books and storytelling. \nNew episodes will stream on select Wednesdays at 8pm EST as PBS Books Facebook Live event\, and on the PBS Books YouTube channel\, pbsbooks.org\, and the PBS app. \nAbout the Library of Congress\nThe Library of Congress is the world’s largest library\, offering access to the creative record of the United States –and extensive materials from around the world –both on-site and online. It is the main research arm of the U.S. Congress and the home of the U.S. Copyright Office. Explore collections\, reference services and other programs and plan a visit at loc.gov; access the official site for U.S. federal legislative information at congress.gov; and register creative works of authorship at copyright.gov. \nAbout PBS Books\nPBS Books is a multi-platform initiative celebrating the love of reading. PBS Books is dedicated to connecting books with audiences by engaging them in unique experiences to spark their curiosity and encourage a life-long love of reading and learning. Through social and digital engagement and live coverage of important literary events across the country\, PBS Books celebrates books and writers and works to foster a passion for reading among public media viewers and listeners.Visit pbsbooks.org\, subscribe to the PBS Books YouTube channel\, and follow PBS Books on social media to learn more.
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SUMMARY:The Wright Conversations with Keith Knight
DESCRIPTION:Join PBS Books and the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History for a special edition of The Wright Conversations\, featuring acclaimed cartoonist and comics creator Keith Knight.  \nKnight—recognized with honors including the Comic-Con Inkpot Award\, CXC Master Cartoonist Award\, Glyph Awards\, and nominations for both the Eisner and NAACP Image Awards—has been using art and humor to spark meaningful dialogue for decades. He is the creator of the long-running autobiographical strip The K Chronicles\, the socio-political cartoon (Th)ink\, and the nationally syndicated The Knight Life. His life and work also inspired the Hulu comedy series Woke\, where Knight served as co-creator\, writer\, and executive producer.  \nThe Wright Conversations series invites luminaries from across art\, history\, and culture to engage in dynamic discussions about the most pressing issues of our time. This ongoing program celebrates creativity\, civic engagement\, and the power of storytelling to inspire change.  \nTune in for a lively and thought-provoking conversation that blends art\, activism\, and laughter—all through the unique lens of one of today’s most influential cartoonists.  \n About the AuthorKeith Knight \n\nKeith Knight is the creator of the weekly comic strip The K Chronicles (1993)\, the weekly single panel comic (Th)ink (2003)\, and the daily strip The Knight Life (2008). In a style and wit reminiscent of MAD magazine\, Knight typically addresses serious social and political issues in his comics while incorporating his signature humor.In 2007 Knight won the Harvey Award for “Best Syndicated Strip or Panel” for his work on The K Chronicles. In celebration of his career in comic strips\, Knight was awarded the Inkpot Award at San Diego Comic-Con in 2010. Woke\, a television series partially based on Knight’s life\, debuted on the Hulu streaming service in 2020; the second season became available in April 2022.
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SUMMARY:"America's First Daughter" by Stephanie Dray & Laura Kamoie | Readers Club Ep. 211
DESCRIPTION:PBS Books Readers Club welcomes co-authors Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie to discuss their New York Times best-selling historical novel America’s First Daughter. The episode premieres on November 19th at 8PM ET as a PBS Books Facebook Live event\, on the PBS Books YouTube channel\, pbsbooks.org\, and the PBS app. \nAmerica’s First Daughter tells the sweeping story of Martha “Patsy” Jefferson\, the eldest daughter of Thomas Jefferson. From the heartbreaking loss of her mother\, to traveling with her father in Paris\, and standing beside him through the birth of a nation—Patsy becomes his confidante and protector. More than just a witness\, she shapes American history through her strength and influence. \nGrounded in thousands of Jefferson’s letters\, this novel blends meticulous research with powerful\, emotional storytelling. The result is a vivid and intimate portrait of a woman whose resilience and influence helped shape both her family’s legacy and the young United States. \nStephanie Dray reveals\, “We really did not have to juice up much of Jefferson’s life… it gets pretty soapy\, especially in the later periods. We did not invent any of that. The crazier something is an historical fiction novel\, the more likely it is to be true.” \nThe PBS Books Readers Club will also explore Dray and Kamoie’s other bestseller\, My Dear Hamilton\, which shines a light on the often overlooked story of Elizabeth “Eliza” Hamilton. The novel follows her as she stands steadfastly beside her husband\, Alexander Hamilton\, through the triumphs and challenges of building a new nation. Together\, these two novels beautifully bring the stories of remarkable women out of the shadows\, giving them long-overdue recognition for their vital roles in supporting—and shaping—the men who helped found America. \nPBS Watch-Alike: The American Revolution  \nThis month’s watch-alike is The American Revolution: A Film by Ken Burns\, Sarah Botstein\, and David Schmidt. This six-part documentary series explores the country’s founding struggle and its eight-year war for independence. An expansive look at the virtues and contradictions of the war and the birth of the United States of America. This series follows dozens of figures from a variety of backgrounds to paint a captivating picture of America’s founding and the war that turned the world upside down. Premiering November 16th on PBS and the PBS app. \n About the AuthorStephanie Dray \n\nStephanie Dray is a New York Times\, Wall Street Journal & USA Today bestselling author of historical women’s fiction. Her award-winning work has been translated into many languages and tops lists for the most anticipated reads of the year. Now she lives in Maryland with her husband\, cats\, and history books.\n\nLaura Kamoie \n\nA New York Times\, Wall Street Journal\, and USA Today bestselling author of historical fiction\, Laura Kamoie has always been fascinated by the people\, stories\, and physical presence of the past\, which led her to a lifetime of historical and archaeological study and training. She holds a doctoral degree in early American history from The College of William and Mary\, published two non-fiction books on early America\, and most recently held the position of Associate Professor of History at the U.S. Naval Academy before transitioning to a full-time career writing genre fiction.\n\n About the Hosts\nPrincess Weekes\nPrincess Weekes is an award winning writer and video essayist who works at breaking down the intersections between race\, gender\, and pop culture. Formally an Assistant Editor at The Mary Sue\, co-host of Netflix’s The Geeked Podcast\, and co-host and co-writer on the PBS Digital Series It’s Lit. On weekends she works as a bookseller at a local bookstore. When not reading or writing she can be found playing TTRPGs of cuddling with her cat\, Lola. \n\n\nLauren Smith\nExecutive Producer and host of national PBS programming at Detroit PBS\, Lauren develops content for PBS and other distributors of public media for broadcast\, streaming\, and other digital channels and has executive-produced and/or produced over 60 national broadcast and programs. Her passion is to develop inspiring\, entertaining\, and educational content alongside the best national and international talent\, and to engage important content with communities across the country. Lauren loves to read and has worked to develop and produce PBS Books content for nearly ten years!
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