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Alex Jennings is a writer, editor, teacher, and poet living in New Orleans. He is the author of the debut novel "The Ballad of Perilous Graves" and is known for his love of music, film, and comics.
Alex shares how his father's wish for a fantasy novel with a black hero influenced his writing. Alex describes his debut novel, "The Ballad of Perilous Graves," a black exploitation Pippi Longstocking adventure set in a version of New Orleans where music is a kind of sorcery. He talks about the writing process and the challenges he faced in bringing the novel to life. Alex also discusses the importance of representation in his work, including a trans character with powerful magic. He shares how living in New Orleans has influenced his creativity and helped him understand the importance of community in his work.
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Join host Rob Lee as he delves into the creative mind of writer Alex Jennings. From comics to music, they discuss the influences behind his debut novel on The Truth in This Art podcast!
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The Truth In This Art is supported by William G. Baker, Jr. Memorial Fund, the Maryland State Arts Council's Creativity Grant and Mayor's Individual Artist Award - Creative Baltimore Fund (Baltimore).
Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
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