Leila Mottley

Author and journalist

Oakland, California, USA

About Leila

Leila Mottley is an American author and journalist. She is the first Black woman to win the National Book Award for Fiction. Mottley's debut novel, 'The Truths We Hold', explores themes of identity, family, and social justice. She has written for various publications including The New York Times and The Atlantic.

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NPR's Book of the Day

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Late Night with Seth Meyers Podcast

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Inspired by a true story, 'Nightcrawling' deals with sex work – and sexual abuse

NPR's Book of the Day•Jan 5, 2023•8:21•guest

Inspired by a true story, 'Nightcrawling' deals with sex work – and sexual abuse

NPR's Book of the Day•Jun 14, 2022•9:02•guest

Leila Mottley

About Leila

Associated Podcasts

NPR's Book of the Day

Late Night with Seth Meyers Podcast

Connect

Recent Appearances

Inspired by a true story, 'Nightcrawling' deals with sex work – and sexual abuse

Inspired by a true story, 'Nightcrawling' deals with sex work – and sexual abuse

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