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On this episode of The International Book Show, Makonnen Sankofa interviews author Kyle Powell about his bold and provocative new novel, More Black People: Diving into the Dark Side of Diversity and Inclusion. Set within the slick walls of top advertising agency Inertia, the story follows Jonathan Archer, a reserved Black graphic designer unexpectedly thrust…

Elonzo Phillips to discuss his explosive new book, The Seattle Fugitive: The Story of Jimmy James III. The story follows Jimmy James III, a brilliant high schooler who wakes up at a horrifying crime scene — covered in blood, accused of murdering two classmates, and with the entire school watching. Now branded a killer and…

In this powerful episode of The International Book Show, host Makonnen Sankofa speaks with writer Fanen Chiaheman about her deeply moving debut, Never Make A Sound—a raw, poetic narrative that explores childhood trauma, emotional neglect, and the quiet power of resilience. Told through a blend of short stories and poetry, the book follows a young…

Makonnen Sankofa interviews Tom Coffey, author of the books called Special Victim and Public Morals. Tom Coffey’s book Public Morals tells the story of Terence Devine, a disgraced NYPD officer caught in a corruption scandal, sentenced to life for a murder he claims he didn’t commit. Years later, his daughter, Sheila, a documentary filmmaker, investigates…

Makonnen Sankofa interviews MeShorn T. Floyd Daniels, author of “I Am Not Your Black, America!” MeShorn Daniels challenges how racial identity—especially the label “Black”—has been constructed by dominant culture rather than by the people to whom it’s applied. He argues that these labels are often imposed, restrictive, and do not reflect the full humanity of…

In this episode, host Makonnen Sankofa talks to author Alle C. Hall about her debut novel As Far as You Can Go Before You Have to Come Back, a gritty and heart‑wrenching coming-of-age journey set across Southeast Asia and Japan in the late 1980s. Hall guides us through the life of Carlie (née Jen), a…

In this episode, host Makonnen Sankofa talks to Amanda Denham, author of the haunting and heart-wrenching Young Adult Fantasy called Sin Eater: Memories Vanish When She Appears. Amanda takes us deep into the mind of Jayde Holloway, a girl gifted—or cursed—with the ability to erase memories. Together, we explore the emotional weight of forgetting, the…

Michael Arthur Kennedy discusses his novel Time Conjurer, where psychiatrist Kenny Lawson uncovers his family’s hidden past, delving into time travel, racial violence, and the profound consequences of altering history.

Makonnen Sankofa interviews Margaret Andrews, author of Becoming Fowokan: The Life and Works of Fowokan George Kelly. In this discussion, Margaret explores the life and artistic journey of Jamaican-born sculptor Fowokan George Kelly, renowned for his striking portraits of people of African descent. She delves into his inspirations, creative process, and the cultural significance of…

Makonnen Sankofa interviews Dr. Linda J. M. Holloway, author of the children’s book Little Miss Linda Speaks Out About Death. In this conversation, Dr. Holloway discusses the importance of providing young children with a safe space to express their emotions about loss. She shares insights into how her book helps children navigate grief, whether it’s…