Deepa Anappara
Author of the debut novel "Gin Patrol on the Purple Line", named one of the best books of the year by the New York Times. Co-editor of "Letters to a Writer of Colour".
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Mar 9, 2026 • 42min
Cillian Murphy on Peaky Blinders, plus Timothee Chalamet's opera backlash
Cillian Murphy, Oscar-winning Irish actor known for Peaky Blinders, discusses bringing Tommy Shelby back to film. Deepa Anappara, Indian journalist-turned-novelist, reads from and talks about her new novel set in 19th-century Tibet. Toby Mundy, literary agent and prize director, examines shifting nonfiction sales and what categories are thriving. Short, lively conversations about art, publishing trends and storytelling.
May 18, 2023 • 41min
Letters To A Writer Of Colour, with Deepa Anappara And Taymour Soomro
Deepa Anappara, author of "Gin Patrol on the Purple Line," and Taymour Soomro, writer of "Other Names for Love," delve into the evolution of storytelling and representation in literature. They discuss their anthology, highlighting how traditional writing manuals often overlook diverse perspectives. Joined by fellow authors Leila Aboulela and Sharlene Teo, they explore identity, the pressures on marginalized writers, and the need for authentic narrative ownership. Expect a thought-provoking conversation on expanding the literary landscape!
