Black Cloud Rising, Becoming a Better Writer, and Writerly Wranglings

Charlotte Readers Podcast

In this episode 352, we feature David Wright Faladé and his Civil War novel Black Cloud Rising, which Charles Frazier describes as “richly detailed, [a] grippingly told story [that] breathes life into a revolutionary moment when the US moved a vital step forward toward achieving the ideals we’ve always proclaimed.” Plus Pernille Hughes offers tips on submitting and publishing, and Charlotte Lit shares wisdom on becoming a better writer.
Today’s Featured Authors:
David Wright Faladé Time Stamp: 4:34
Black Cloud Rising recounts a little-known chapter of American history from 1863 in which the African Brigade, a newly formed unit of former slaves, set out to fight rebel guerillas in coastal Virginia and North Carolina. In a starred review, Booklist calls this book “a masterful depiction of the precarious nature of Black life during the war and of slavery’s unrelenting assault on human dignity.” Learn more at http://www.davidwrightbooks.com/.
Pernille Hughes Time Stamp: 46:40
We discuss Pernille Hughes’ blog post “Random Nuggets for Writerly Wranglings.” (https://charlottereaderspodcast.com/random-nuggets-for-writerly-wranglings/)
2-Minute Tip: Time Stamp: 39:15
Don’t miss Charlotte Lit co-founder and executive director Paul Reali’s tip about becoming a better writer.
Book Recommendations: Time Stamp: 58:00
Hannah recommends:
Hey, Kiddo by Jarret Krosoczka
Sarah recommends:
The God of Good Looks by Breanne McIvor
Landis recommends:
Billy Budd, Sailor by Herman Melville
Mark West, Storied Charlotte Blog (https://pages.charlotte.edu/mark-west/blog/author/miwest/), recommends:
Can’t Hide Love by Cheris Hodges
The Write Quotes Series:
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