It's Lit Y'all | Poet Beth Ann Fennelly "The Irish Goodbye"

Today, Ellen chats with writer, teacher, and Mississippi poet laureate, Beth Ann Fennelly about her latest book, "The Irish Goodbye," a collection of micro-memoirs about childhood, marriage and the death of her sister. Then it's Ellen's Book Nook Pick of the Week and more! Join the conversation, email: [email protected]. For more: https://www.npr.org/2026/02/21/nx-s1-5603384/poet-beth-ann-fennelly-discusses-her-book-the-irish-goodbyeHosted by Mississippi Book Festival's Executive Director, Ellen Daniels, It’s Lit, Y’all is a show celebrating the power of books and storytelling while exploring how literature shapes culture, identity, and community, highlighting Mississippi’s rich literary spirit—one story at a time. And if there’s one thing we can agree on, there’s nothing like getting lost in a good book! For more information: https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/Its-Lit-Yall/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.