People sit around a table in a library watching an interview take place on a screen between Junot Díaz and Eddy Hood.

Exciting News: Junot Díaz on the Podcast!

I’m thrilled to announce that the acclaimed author Junot Díaz will join me on the podcast on July 31st! Junot Díaz, known for his remarkable works such as This Is How You Lose HerDrownIslandborn, and the Pulitzer Prize-winning The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao, will share his insights and experiences.

Special Opportunity for Book Club Members: If you’re a member of my book club, you have the exclusive chance to attend the interview as a live audience member! Both Junot and I will take your questions, making this an interactive and enriching experience.

Interview Highlights: Here’s a sneak peek at some of the topics we’ll be discussing:

  • The Essence of Literature: What is literature, and why is it important?
  • Becoming a Better Reader: Junot’s tips and advice.
  • Literary Influences: Who are Junot’s favorite authors and why?
  • Character Challenges: The toughest character to write in The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao.
  • Magical Realism: The choice to incorporate magical realism in Oscar Wao.
  • Future of Storytelling: Junot’s vision for the future of narrative arts.
  • Current Projects: What Junot is working on these days.

Having Junot Díaz on the show is a tremendous honor for me. I’m looking forward to an engaging conversation filled with our shared passion for literature. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to delve into the mind of one of today’s most influential authors.

Mark Your Calendars:

I can’t wait to share this special event with you. Until then, remember our motto: read slowly, take notes, and apply the ideas.

See you there!

Until tomorrow, read slowly – take notes – apply the ideas.

-Eddy

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    Eddy Hood
    I’m Eddy Hood, host of The Read Well Podcast. I love getting lost in big ideas and great stories, and I started the podcast to help fellow readers tackle challenging books with confidence. I’m studying philosophy, running Edgewater Bookstore, and slowly chipping away at writing a novel.

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