Black Writers in America

Prominent African-American poets, novelists, playwrights and essayists reflect on their storied careers in Black Writers in America. Introduced by actor Ossie Davis, each episode offers interviews with contemporary authors including Walter Mosley, Terry McMillan, Arthur Flowers, Ishmael Reed, Elizabeth Nunez, Tim Reid and Junot Díaz. These acclaimed authors reveal the thoughts, process and intellect behind their exceptional creativity. They also thoughtfully discuss the issues of racial struggle, identity and sexuality.