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Author Kiley Reid found inspiration for new novel in Iowa

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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

Dormitory life and all the complexities of navigating money in college are on display in her latest book Come and Get It.

Kiley Reid sold the film and tv rights to her first novel Such a Fun Age before it was even published, and before she finished graduate school at the Iowa Writer’s Workshop. Reid returns to Talk of Iowa five years later to talk about her latest book Come and Get it, which takes place at the University of Arkansas, with a character who transfers there from the University of Iowa.

This episode was originally produced in June 2024.

Guests:

  • Kiley Reid, Iowa Writer's Workshop alum, New York Times-bestselling author
Charity Nebbe is IPR's 'Talk of Iowa' host. She also hosts IPR's podcasts 'Garden Variety' and 'Unsettled'. Since 2010, Nebbe has interviewed, conversed with, and shared ideas from guests of all backgrounds and locations, and has helped listeners better understand, appreciate, and explore their state and the world around them. Nebbe has a bachelors degree from Iowa State University.
Samantha McIntosh is a talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from St. Cloud State University. Since 2022, McIntosh has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.