Beyond 50

EPISODE 496 - Celebrated Author of "Crank" on Writing for Young Adults

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For Beyond 50's "Literary" talks, listen to an interview with Ellen Hopkins. She is a "New York Times" bestselling author of many fictional books written in a free verse poetry style that are favorites by many teens and young adults. Her stories portray their inner conflict and contradiction, covering dark topics like addiction, family abuse, prostitution, rehab, incest and suicide. Hopkins' most famous book is "Crank" that is loosely based on her older daughter's addiction to crystal meth. She will also be talking about her latest novel called "Traffick" that features five teenagers who face the aftermath of their decisions and experience that exposes the dark, ferocious underbelly of the child-trafficking trade. Tune in to Beyond 50: America's Variety Talk Radio Show on the natural, holistic, green and sustainable lifestyle. Visit www.Beyond50Radio.com and sign up for our Exclusive Updates.