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Shel Silverstein discusses his books "Lafcadio: The Lion Who Shot Back" and "Uncle Shelby's ABZ Book".. Shel Silverstein discusses his books, children's literature, and cartoonists.
Jules Feiffer discusses and reads from his children's graphic novel, "The Man in the Ceiling." The book has a central theme of overcoming failure and is slightly autobiographical in nature, with a comic book artist as its main character and author. Studs plays "Golliwog's Cakewalk" - Claude Debussy (1906-1908).
Cartoonist Doug Marlett discusses his book “Kudzo” a collection of cartoons. The comic strip utilizes a humorous approach that explores everyday themes such as wanting to leave one’s hometown, moving through life without a father, and seeking out the local preacher for guidance. Studs and Marlett read several of the cartoons featured in the book. Studs plays "Train 45" - Mike Seeger, Pete Kuykendall, and Smiley Hobbs.