Poets & Writers
“All important events in the world — whether admirable or monstrous — are always spearheaded in the realm of words,” said the late Czech author, playwright, political activist, and statesman Vaclav Havel. The intersection of literature and real life has always been a keen interest of Bill Moyers, who has invited many writers and poets to share their work and perspectives with him over the years.
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Pulitzer Prize-winning author Junot Díaz straddles two cultures while telling the story of America’s past and future. Continue reading
Lincoln Screenwriter Tony Kushner talks about what we can learn from the life and decisions of America’s 16th president. Continue reading
Pulitzer Prize-winning author Junot Díaz describes how his first visit to a library astonished and inspired him. Continue reading
In this web-only video, screenwriter Tony Kushner and Bill Moyers discuss what draws us to examine Abraham Lincoln again and again. Continue reading
See how the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao answered your great questions. Continue reading
What one book would you tell the president to read going into his second term? Continue reading
Poet and former publishing executive James Autry shares his poems with Bill and discusses his and his wife Sally’s experiences raising an autistic child. Continue reading
Poet James Autry reads and talks about Leaving Mississippi and Ronald’s Dance. Continue reading
