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In-depth interviews with authors of fiction and narrative non-fiction, delving deeply into political and social issues, literary technique, and the life of the author. Hosted by Richard Wolinsky.

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Loretta Greco: Magic Theatre – July 2, 2015

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Richard Wolinsky talks with Loretta Greco, Artistic Director of the Magic Theatre in San Francisco, and director of “Life is a Dream (La Vida Es Sueno)” at Cal Shakes starting July 8th.


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Neal Stephenson – June 25, 2015

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Neal Stephenson discusses his latest novel, “SevenEves” with host Richard Wolinsky.


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Greg Iles: The Bone Tree – June 18, 2015

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Best-selling author Greg Iles discusses his latest novels, “Natchez Burning” and “The Bone Tree” with host Richard Wolinsky.


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Erik Larson: Dead Wake – June 11, 2015

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Erik Larson, author of “Dead Wake: The Last Crossing of the Lusitania” talks with host Richard Wolinsky.


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Elizabeth Alexander – June 4, 2015

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Noted poet Elizabeth Alexander discusses her memoir, “The Light of the World,” which deals with her grief in the wake of the sudden death of her husband. Hosted by Richard Wolinsky.


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Kazuo Ishiguro – May 28, 2015

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Kazuo Ishiguro discusses his latest novel, The Buried Giant, as well as his career, with host Richard Wolinsky.


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Bookwaves – April 30, 2015

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Michael Meyer, author of “In Manchuria” A Village Called Wasteland and the Transformation of Rural China” is interviewed by Richard Wolinsky. Part Two. Complete interview can be found at bookwaves.com


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Bookwaves – April 23, 2015

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Carey Perloff, Artistic Director of San Francisco’s American Conservatory Theatre, talks with host Richard Wolinsky about her memoir, “Beautiful Chaos: A Life in the Theater.”


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Bookwaves – April 16, 2015

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Dennis Lehane discusses his latest novels, “Live By Night” and “World Gone By” with host Richard Wolinsky.


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Bookwaves – April 9, 2015

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Daniel Handler, author of the novel “We Are Pirates,” discusses his career and his work as the author of the Lemony Snicket books, “A Series of Unfortunate Events.” Hosted by Richard Wolinsky.


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