A Burning by Megha Majumdar is America’s new favourite novel set in India. This raging debut is an illuminating read on the current state of Indian society and politics, which is experiencing dark times under the pressure and influence of right-wing extremism. Modern democracies are becoming corrupt under fascist leaders, making this a story that brings out unmissable parallels between India and the US. Majumdar’s novel has received wide recognition (which it deserves!) and was most recently longlisted for the JCB Prize for Literature, one of India’s prestigious literary prizes. Our co-host Sumaiyya asked Megha a few burning questions we’ve all been thinking about!
Read moreEp. 93.5 | Weekend of Words Live Show with the Shuffle Collective
As a special episode, here is a live show that Kendra and Jaclyn recorded at the Weekend of Words virtual book festival this spring. The episode is only lightly edited to give listeners the feel of really being there as the episode was recorded. A special thanks to the Shuffle Collective who hosted this event.
Read moreEp. 92 | The Enlightenment of the Greengage Tree and A Burning
To close out July, Kendra and Sumaiyya discuss The Enlightenment of the Greengage Tree by Shokoofeh Azar and A Burning by Megha Majumdar.
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