The Book Case James McBride Masters Historical Fiction
Aug 31, 2023
"James McBride Masters Historical Fiction" features guest James McBride, a master of storytelling and author of "The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store." The podcast explores McBride's examination of the intersections of race and religion in his novels, his unique writing style punctuated with humor, and the challenge of crafting mysteries. It also discusses the importance of defending the freedom to read and supporting librarians. Ultimately, it offers insights into McBride's writing process and gratitude towards booksellers.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Intersections of Race and Religion in James McBride's Novel
02:08 • 13min
James McBride's Epic Sentences and Natural Humor
15:37 • 2min
Framing the Mystery
17:36 • 4min
Defending the Freedom to Read and Supporting Librarians
21:53 • 2min
New Chromebook for Gaming, Built for Change, and Nicknames
23:31 • 2min
The Speaker's Writing Process and Envisioning the Future
25:19 • 11min
Conversations with Booksellers and Gratitude to Sponsors
36:25 • 2min