What is the PBS Books Readers Club?

The PBS Books Readers Club is a monthly digital-first series that brings it’s members into conversations behind the stories of your favorite books & shows. You can watch the series on Facebook, YouTube and the PBS App, with extended interviews available for PBS members on PBS Passport.

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Each month, the PBS Book Readers Club will select fascinating reads that pair perfectly with the themes viewers love to watch on PBS.

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‘Good Dirt’ & ‘Black Cake’ by Charmaine Wilkerson – Wednesday, February 26th at 7 p.m. CDT

PBS Books Readers Club is delighted to welcome critically acclaimed author Charmaine Wilkerson to discuss her captivating new novel Good Dirt and her bestselling debut, Black Cake.

Good Dirt tells the story of Ebby Freeman, a woman who unravels the connections between a childhood tragedy, a treasured family heirloom, and her ancestors’ enduring legacy. Through multiple generations, Wilkerson masterfully explores themes of family, identity, and how the past shapes the future. Good Dirt is a poignant and complex narrative that highlights the emotional and historical ties that define us.

We’ll also delve into her debut novel, Black Cake, which captivated readers with its compelling tale of family secrets, the search for identity, and a mysterious inheritance.

Both Good Dirt and Black Cake display Wilkerson’s rich, layered storytelling and unique ability to craft vivid characters and intricate plots, blending both historical and contemporary issues with the timeless exploration of identity and belonging.

Our PBS watch alike this month is Great Migrations: A People on the Move, the latest docuseries from Henry Louis Gates Jr., which premieres on January 28, 2025. Preview it now on the PBS App.

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