Junot Díaz

Acclaimed author Junot Díaz shares his insights on the art of reading and writing. He discusses the importance of literature in fostering empathy and representation, emphasizing personal engagement over quantity. Junot critiques hustle culture, advocating for a deeper, more meaningful reading experience. He delves into the concept of 'otherness' and explores the role of magical realism in storytelling, especially within the immigrant experience. Listeners will appreciate his unique perspective on navigating complex texts and celebrating authentic voices in literature.

Junot Díaz reads a story; Edwidge Danticat and Deborah Treisman discuss. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices