I got to talk with Roxane Gay about debut fiction, under-read authors, and what she wishes she’d known when she published her first book. Check that off the bucket list.
Thanks to Paul Martone and Erin Hoover of Late Night Library for making it happen. And to The Rumpus for signal-boosting. And to Roxane for making the time in her busy life.
If you don’t already read Roxane’s blog, I highly recommend hopping over and checking it out. She’s hilarious and wise and witty and kind. All rolled into one.

Nicely done interview, Karen, and lots to think about for emerging writers. Roxanne is spunky and compassionate in just the right measure. I hope you’ll do more of these talks!