Mark Mustian on Boy With Wings, Southern Storytelling, and the Word of South Festival

In this episode of the Big Time Talker Podcast, Burke Allen sits down with novelist Mark Mustian to discuss his latest novel, Boy With Wings. Set in the American South during the Great Depression, the book follows the unforgettable story of a boy born with wings and explores themes of difference, belonging, faith, and survival. Mark also shares insights into his writing process, the inspiration behind his vivid historical fiction, and the real-life research that shaped the world of the novel. Plus, he talks about the Word of South Festival in Tallahassee, where books and music come together in a one-of-a-kind celebration of storytelling.