BABEL-2026/2027 Season, 4-Tayari Jones
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The Book Case Podcast
The hosts of the podcast, Kate and Charlie Gibson, speak with Tayari Jones about the meaning of Kin, including why it took her so long to get it done, from February 2026.
Book Club Chat
Tayari Jones gives a summary review of her book 'Kin,' from January 2026.
Essence Webcast
Tayari Jones discusses Kin, her latest work of literary fiction and a profound exploration of the ties that bind us, break us, and ultimately bring us back to ourselves, from July 2026.
New Orleans Book Festival
Conducted at Tulane University, with moderator Imani Perry, Tayari Jones discusses the inspiration behind Kin, exploring themes of friendship, 1950s history, and the complexity of maternal figures, from March 2026.
NPR
In an author interview, Tayari Jones discusses her newest book 'Kin,' from February 2026.
NPR
Tayari Jones shared how sneaking into a writing class changed her life, from February 2026.
Oprah’s Book Club Podcast
Kin by Tayari Jones is the first pick for her 30th Anniversary book pick to start the year. In this video, Oprah and Tayari Jones talk with an audience of readers in New York City, from February 2026.
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Just Buffalo Literary Center
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1950's South
Civil Rights
Friendship
Parental Death