For the latest SWH! podcast Ali spoke to poet, linguist, translator, and musician Anne Pia to discuss her life and work, and the fascinating forthcoming book she is working on at the moment. The two talk about poetry, memoir, translations, food, music, migration, lockdown, and a whole lot more.
They also look at the themes which run through all her work, which include identity, belonging, family, and love. It's a wonderfully warm and engaging conversation with a writer whose work comes from the heart and soul, and it was a pleasure to spend time in Anne's company. We hope you agree.
You can buy Anne's books from Luath Press and Vagabond Voices.
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