In this episode, I had the opportunity to speak to the author of This is My America, by Kim Johnson.  This is her debut novel and it releases on July 28th!  I can honestly say that this is now one of my favorite books because it was such a good read.  Because this book is unreleased, I have a few clarifications to make regarding the characters mentioned throughout the episode;

Tracy - She is a black teenage girl and the main character.

Jamal - This is Tracy's older brother who is a track athlete and is going to college.

Corrine - This is Tracy and Jamal's younger sister who was born while her father was in prison.

Steve - This is the attorney who was trying to exonerate Tracy's father.

Tasha - This is Tracy's female best friend, who is also a black teenage girl.

Dean - This is Tracy's male best friend, who is a white teenage boy.

Ms. Johnson and I had riveting conversation about prison reform and the impact that an incarcerated parent can have on their children.  Be sure to grab a copy of This is My America when it releases on July 28th, or pre-order right now!  It's an amazing book and will sell quickly, so don't miss this chance!

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Ms. Johnson's Website