Previously known as the filmmaker behind the Vietnam War documentary Hearts and Minds and the PBS series Middletown, Peter Davis focused his storytelling efforts on a book, Hometown: A Portrait of an American Community, about the people of Hamilton, Ohio.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The cartoonist discusses his comic strip collection, Kudzu, and its humorous approach to such everyday themes as wanting to leave one’s hometown, moving through life without a father, and seeking out the local preacher for guidance.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The American novelist joins Studs to discuss her book, Hearts, about a cross-country road trip taken by the recently-widowed Linda and her step-daughter Robin.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The novelist joins Studs to discuss money, art, and power - among the many themes explored in his book, Someone Else's Money.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The English novelist talks with Studs about her latest Cordelia Gray mystery, The Skull Beneath the Skin, and how she strives to give emotional and psychological depth to her characters.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The author and Vietnam War combat correspondent joins Studs to talk about The 13th Valley, his acclaimed historical novel about the war in Southeast Asia.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

Power, politics, sex, and violence are all themes found in Ronald Sukenick's Out, an experimental novel that challenges conventional forms.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The biographer gives Studs some insight into the research that went into his book, Malcolm Lowry: A Biography.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

Interviewing the author Jeff Fields and discussing his debut novel, A Cry of Angels.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

Discussing the book, Ross and Tom: Two American Tragedies, and interviewing the author John Leggett.  The dual biography tells the stories of writers Ross Lockridge and Thomas Heggen.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations