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Episode #245: The Minimalist with Kailee Pedersen
Ep. 245
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Listenership Discretion Warning: This episode contains frank discussion about difficult topics, including reference to assault and self-harm. Please listen responsibly and with discretion.
Author Kailee Pedersen returns to talk about her latest novel The Minimalist, available now in the U.S. from St. Martin's Press. She talks about the place of dark art in our conversations, about mania and about her love of classical music, and about the necessity of showcasing difficult topics in art and literature.
You can find more from Kailee Pedersen at kaileepedersen.com and you can get a copy of The Minimalist at your local library or favorite book retailer.
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