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Legendary author Alice Walker speaks on new book, life and career
WURD Radio held a special in-person edition of the Black WURDs Book Club on Thursday at Comcast Technology Center!
WURD President & CEO Sara Lomax-Reese and Harriett’s Bookshop owner Jeannine Cook conducted an exclusive interview with legendary author Alice Walker, appearing virtually, on her new book “Gathering Blossoms Under Fire.” Singer Laurin Talese also performed to open the event.
If you weren’t able to attend, you can replay the interview below.
https://soundcloud.com/onwurd/wurd-radio-51222-gathering-blossoms-under-fire-with-alice-walker
Also, check out some of the amazing photos from the event!
Photo credit: In Conversation With Alice Walker, Ralph J. Roberts Forum, Comcast, 2022
And remember: This is a great time to support independent Black media. If you buy or renew your forWURD membership at the Sustaining level during the month of May, you will get a free copy of Walker’s new book!
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