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EP. 135 Banned Books, Life and Samira Ahmed

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Samira Ahmed discusses her new book, This Book Won't Burn, which explores family life and the alarming issue of book bans in America.

In this episode, Ahmed dives into the importance of storytelling and the challenges faced by diverse voices in today's literary world. She reflects on her experiences growing up in a multicultural family and how those experiences shaped her writing.

Listeners can expect a thoughtful conversation about the intersection of literature, identity, and advocacy, along with personal insights on navigating the complexities of family dynamics in a changing world.

Website: https://samiraahmed.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sam_aye_ahm/
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Samira Ahmed discusses her new book, This Book Won't Burn, which explores family life and the alarming issue of book bans in America.

In this episode, Ahmed dives into the importance of storytelling and the challenges faced by diverse voices in today's literary world. She reflects on her experiences growing up in a multicultural family and how those experiences shaped her writing.

Listeners can expect a thoughtful conversation about the intersection of literature, identity, and advocacy, along with personal insights on navigating the complexities of family dynamics in a changing world.

Website: https://samiraahmed.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sam_aye_ahm/
X: https://x.com/sam_aye_ahm
Listen to audio versions here:

Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/t...

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2f3XyNg...

Zencastr: https://zencastr.com/It-s-Personal-Po...

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