Selfish, Shallow, and Self-Absorbed: Meghan Daum

Meghan Daum is at the forefront of a cadre of talented, sharp, and witty writers responsible for today’s golden age of creative nonfiction. Beginning with "My Misspent Youth," Daum’s wry frankness has urged her readers to confront fraught ideas. Her critically acclaimed collection "The Unspeakable" brims with such moments. Whether expressing relief at the death of her mother or examining the personal and social ramifications of her decision not to have children, Daum revels in and reveals the discomforts of our human condition. On the heels of this year’s anthology, "Selfish, Shallow, and Self-Absorbed," Daum will share her inimitable blend of candor and provocation. Jac Jemc, author of "A Different Bed Every Time," joins her for a conversation.