Russell Banks has been writing for over fifty years, and this hour we'll talk to him about his most recent collection of short stories, which explores the idea of family in all its complex and imperfect forms. We'll also hear about local opportunities to hone your own creative writing skills, and get the latest recommendations from our book critics.

Guests:

Brad Pauquette, Columbus Creative Collective

Kassie Rose, WOSU Book critic

Kevin Griffith, professor of creative writing, Capital University

Russell Banks, author of the new short story collection A Permanent Member of the Family