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Get a front row seat for unguarded conversations with incredible authors. Each episode features a book handpicked by Oprah, along with an interview about issues that it brings to light. It’s a book club for today's world—a window to other worlds.
Nov 1, 2019 - 58m
Oprah and Ta-Nehisi discuss the 10-year process of writing his #1 best-selling debut novel and the cultural conversation it has provoked. Plus, Ta-Nehisi visits Monticello, which inspired his book's setting.
Jan 18, 2020 - 43m
Elizabeth tells Oprah how her celebrated protagonist reappeared and why she finds the everydayness of life to be extraordinary.
Mar 6, 2020 - 1h 6m
Jeanine and Oprah are joined by authors Reyna Grande, Julissa Arce, and Esther Cepeda for a raw, revealing conversation about the novel.
Mar 6, 2020 - 40m
Latinx people who saw themselves reflected in the book share insights into real-life migrant experiences.
Jun 12, 2020 - 52m
Oprah has in-depth discussions with author Kolker and surviving members of the Galvin family about living this extraordinary true story.
Jul 30, 2020 - 19m
Oprah and McBride discuss how his novel speaks to the current moment, his focus on the Black experience, and the inspiration for his characters.
Oct 2, 2020 - 36m
Calling the book ”a must-read for all of humanity,” Oprah asks Wilkerson what compelled her to write it and why we need a new language for race.
Apr 23, 2021 - 12m
Oprah talks to Robinson about her Pulitzer Prize-winning second novel, finding the character of John Ames, and how faith shapes her writing.
Apr 30, 2021 - 8m
Robinson explains what inspired her to revisit the story of Gilead from different points of view and why she chose to address the subject of race.
May 7, 2021 - 11m
Oprah and Robinson discuss finding new layers in established characters, what America looks like at its best, and how loneliness can be a privilege.
May 14, 2021 - 15m
Discussing the fourth Gilead novel, Robinson opens up about its interracial romance, her writing process, and the possibility of more stories.
Jul 23, 2021 - 29m
Oprah sits down with Harris to discuss his debut novel's inspiration, his writing process, and how a biracial upbringing shaped his point of view.
Sep 23, 2021 - 27m
The acclaimed poet opens up to Oprah about the inspiration for her epic debut novel and what she hopes to impart about the Black experience.
Oct 22, 2021 - 29m
Oprah and Powers talk about his first novel since a Pulitzer Prize win, finding empathy through our differences, and his hopes for our planet.
