Bryan Washington
Fiction writer and novelist, author of Lot, Memorial, Family Meal, and Palaver; guest who reads and discusses Yiyun Li's story on this episode.
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Jan 1, 2026 • 1h 17min
Bryan Washington Reads Yiyun Li
Bryan Washington, a celebrated fiction writer known for his works like "Lot" and "Memorial," joins to read Yiyun Li's captivating story "A Small Flame." He shares how he discovered Li's unique narrative style and discusses her masterful pacing and structure. The conversation dives into the complexities of the protagonist, Bella, exploring her loneliness, desire for recognition, and the contrasting memories of her past. Washington highlights the themes of unattainability and the narratives we inherit, revealing Bella's struggle for belonging in a world that often overlooks her.
Jun 1, 2020 • 1h 3min
Bryan Washington Reads Haruki Murakami
Bryan Washington joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “U.F.O. in Kushiro,” by Haruki Murakami, which first appeared in a 2001 issue of the magazine and was then republished in 2011, after an earthquake and tsunami devastated northern Japan. Washington’s début story collection, “Lot,” was published last year, and his first novel, “Memorial,” will come out in October.
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