We Burn Daylight by Bret Anthony Johnston is the story of star-crossed lovers set against a charged social backdrop. Johnston joins us to talk about the complex themes in his work, writing relatable characters and real events, the rewards of all kinds of fiction and more with Miwa Messer, host of Poured Over.

This episode of Poured Over was hosted by Miwa Messer and mixed by Harry Liang.

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Featured Books (Episode):

We Burn Daylight by Bret Anthony Johnston

Remember Me Like This by Bret Anthony Johnston

The Bee Sting by Paul Murray

The Buddha in the Attic by Julie Otsuka

Last Night at the Lobster by Stewart O'Nan

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Cultish by Amanda Montell

Godshot by Chelsea Bieker