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EPISODE · Feb 5, 2019 · 33 MIN

Interview: Angie Thomas Wants To 'Mirror' Young, Black Readers

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It's Tuesday. Sam chats with Angie Thomas, author of the best-selling young adult novel 'The Hate U Give' about her new book, 'On The Come Up.' They talk about both her books, about proving there's a huge audience for the black experience in young adult literature, and about moving on up — and why it's complicated. Email [email protected] or tweet @NPRItsBeenAMin with feels.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

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