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#327 Mark Mustian and the Boy With Wings
Episode 327

#327 Mark Mustian and the Boy With Wings

The Road to Now · Benjamin Sawyer

February 10, 202549m 25s

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Show Notes

What does it mean to be different? This is the question Bob explores with author and President of the Word of South book and music festival, Mark Mustian, as they discuss his new historical-fiction novel, "The Boy with Wings." Set against the backdrop of a traveling freak show in the American South during the 1930s, the narrative follows the poignant journey of Johnny Cruel, a young man born with a distinctive birthmark that renders him an outcast. Historical fiction is a rarity on The Road to Now, so this is a truly special episode that you do not want to miss. Bob and Mark also discuss the Word of South book and music festival held every April in Tallahassee, Florida.

Boy with Wings is out on March 15 from Köehler Books- click here for links to (pre)order your copy.

This episode was edited by Gary Fletcher.