This week, Mel is joined in the studio by Madison Griffiths, writer, artist and producer of critically acclaimed podcast Tender. Madison discusses her debut novel Tissue, which is a candid depiction of her own experience of abortion. In this conversation, they talk about the catharsis of writing the book, the internal conflict and complexity of having an abortion, as well as the external responses to her work.
Content warning: this week there are topics discussed that may be distressing to listeners, if you need support please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.
Plus, Celina Lei tells us all about her work at ArtsHub, and the launch of The Amplify Collective - an inclusive and diverse platform that champions voices from all around the Arts world.
About this program
Championing stylish wordsmiths and sterling conversation, Literati Glitterati is a weekly book show that loves a good story, well told.
LITERATI GLITTERATI SALON: A MONTHLY BOOK CLUB
Join Mel and a rotating roster of bookish conversationalists as they unpack Literati Glitterati’s book of the month.
Expect a spiriting assortment of cult classics, forgotten wonders, timeless treasures, zesty new releases and pulp fictions wrestled straight from the zeitgeist by Mel herself.
Each book will be announced a month out from the special, so that you can read along at home. On the last Wednesday of every month, tune into Literati Glitterati from midday till 1pm with your thoughts and feelings ready: we’ll be taking questions through the text line.
Literati Glitterati Salon: a monthly book club for folks who like a good story, well told.
Literati Glitterati Salon returns in March 2025.
