Jason Reynolds—award-winning author and National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature—discusses his prolific writing career that inspires young readers to discover their own stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jason Reynolds, a New York Times bestselling author and 2024 MacArthur Fellow, sheds light on his latest YA novel, *Twenty-Four Seconds From Now*. He discusses his motivations for exploring boyhood and masculinity, shares the rhythmic style of his writing, and reflects on the profound impact of a dedicated high school teacher. Reynolds emphasizes the importance of empowering young voices and recognizes the challenges in the education system post-pandemic, ultimately conveying hope for the next generation's narrative journeys.

On this special episode of Design Matters, we take a look back at the collective brilliance of fiction writers interviewed in 2022. Best of Design Matters 2022 with Brad Listi, Jason Reynolds, A.M. Homes, Candice Carty-Williams, and Min Jin Lee is live! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Original broadcast date: September 17, 2021. Jason Reynolds is an award-winning author and National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. This hour, Jason speaks with Manoush about reaching kids through stories that let them feel understood.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Jason Reynolds is the National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature of the Library of Congress — and a magnificent source of wisdom for human society as a whole. He’s driven by compassion and the clear-eyed honesty that the young both possess and demand of the rest of us. Ibram X. Kendi chose him to write the YA companion to Stamped from the Beginning. In his person, Jason Reynolds both embodies and inspires innate human powers of fortitude and imagination. Hear him on “breathlaughter”; the libraries in all of our heads; and a stunning working definition of anti-racism: “simply the muscle that says humans are human… I love you, because you remind me more of myself than not.”Jason Reynolds was appointed National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature by the Library of Congress in January, 2020. His body of writing about what it is to be a Black young person growing up in the U.S. has been received as a godsend by teachers and librarians — including the award-winning Ghost, Long Way Down, and Look Both Ways. His most recent work of nonfiction, together with Ibram X. Kendi, is Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You.Find the transcript for this show at onbeing.org.This show originally aired on June 25, 2020.

Join bestselling author Jason Reynolds as he shares his journey in young people's literature and his role as the National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature. He delves into his emotional book 'Ain’t Burned All the Bright,' highlighting creativity's connection with anxiety and the power of storytelling. The conversation touches on formative influences from educators and the importance of vulnerability during adolescence. Through personal anecdotes, Jason inspires listeners with themes of acceptance, connection, и the transformative power of literature.

Jason Reynolds, a celebrated novelist and poet known for his impactful storytelling for kids of color, dives into his latest work, 'Twenty-Four Seconds from Now.' He discusses the groundbreaking representation of love stories for Black boys, exploring the emotional intricacies of young love between Neona and Aria as they approach adulthood. Reynolds also highlights the importance of open conversations between parents and children about relationships, emphasizing tenderness and vulnerability as strengths in navigating life's complexities.

Jason Reynolds is an award-winning author and National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. This hour, Jason speaks with Manoush about reaching kids through stories that let them feel understood. This conversation is part of a collaboration between NPR and the Library of Congress National Book Festival. For more information about the festival visit loc.gov/bookfestLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Jason Reynolds is the National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature of the Library of Congress — and a magnificent source of wisdom for human society as a whole. He’s driven by compassion and the clear-eyed honesty that the young both possess and demand of the rest of us. Ibram X. Kendi chose him to write the YA companion to Stamped from the Beginning. In his person, Jason Reynolds both embodies and inspires innate human powers of fortitude and imagination. Hear him on “breathlaughter”; the libraries in all of our heads; and a stunning working definition of anti-racism: “simply the muscle that says humans are human… I love you, because you remind me more of myself than not.”Jason Reynolds was appointed National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature by the Library of Congress in January, 2020. His body of writing about what it is to be a Black young person growing up in the U.S. has been received as a godsend by teachers and librarians — including the award-winning Ghost, Long Way Down, and Look Both Ways. His most recent work of nonfiction, together with Ibram X. Kendi, is Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You.This interview is edited and produced with music and other features in the On Being episode "Jason Reynolds — Imagination and Fortitude" Find the transcript for that show at onbeing.org.This show originally aired on June 25, 2020.

Tarana Burke, the founder of the #MeToo movement, and Jason Reynolds, an award-winning author, dive into the powerful anthology 'You Are Your Best Thing.' They discuss the importance of storytelling in highlighting the Black lived experience of vulnerability and shame resilience. The conversation touches on intergenerational trauma and its effects on marginalized communities, alongside personal narratives that illuminate complex emotions tied to loss and legacy. Their reflections emphasize compassion, the significance of familial bonds, and the journey toward self-forgiveness.